City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/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)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Surabaya | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $875 | $801 | +$74 |
| Groceries | $687 | $570 | +$117 |
| Dining Out | $108 | $298 | $190 |
| Transportation | $41 | $60 | $19 |
| Utilities | $158 | $151 | +$7 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $120 | +$11 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Surabaya
$2,000
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$3,913
per month
You'd need $3,913/mo in Jeddah to match $2,000/mo in Surabaya.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Surabaya on $2,000/month?
Living in Surabaya on $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$875 to rent, $687 to groceries, $108 to dining.
Can I live in Jeddah on $2,000/month?
In Jeddah, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $801 rent, $570 groceries, $298 dining.
Is Surabaya or Jeddah cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Surabaya 13.8 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Surabaya worth in Jeddah?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Surabaya equals ~$3,913/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.