City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $5,000/month?
Surabaya vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$5,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
London
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$5,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Surabaya | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $2,186 | $3,019 | $833 |
| Groceries | $1,717 | $571 | +$1,146 |
| Dining Out | $271 | $455 | $184 |
| Transportation | $102 | $153 | $51 |
| Utilities | $395 | $349 | +$46 |
| Other / Misc | $329 | $453 | $124 |
| Total | $5,000 | $5,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Surabaya
$5,000
per month
London equivalent
$26,413
per month
You'd need $26,413/mo in London to match $5,000/mo in Surabaya.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Surabaya on $5,000/month?
Living in Surabaya on $5,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$2,186 to rent, $1,717 to groceries, $271 to dining.
Can I live in London on $5,000/month?
In London, $5,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $3,019 rent, $571 groceries, $455 dining.
Is Surabaya or London cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Surabaya 13.8 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $5,000/mo in Surabaya worth in London?
$5,000/mo of purchasing power in Surabaya equals ~$26,413/mo in London using COL adjustment.