City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Surabaya vs Jeddah — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Surabaya | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $656 | $601 | +$55 |
| Groceries | $515 | $428 | +$87 |
| Dining Out | $81 | $223 | $142 |
| Transportation | $31 | $45 | $14 |
| Utilities | $119 | $113 | +$6 |
| Other / Misc | $98 | $90 | +$8 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Surabaya
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$2,935
per month
You'd need $2,935/mo in Jeddah to match $1,500/mo in Surabaya.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Surabaya on $1,500/month?
Living in Surabaya on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$656 to rent, $515 to groceries, $81 to dining.
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Surabaya or Jeddah cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Surabaya 13.8 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Surabaya worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Surabaya equals ~$2,935/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.