City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Vienna vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Vienna
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vienna.
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Vienna | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $760 | $763 | $3 |
| Groceries | $301 | $283 | +$18 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $175 | $27 |
| Transportation | $38 | $78 | $40 |
| Utilities | $138 | $86 | +$52 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $115 | $0 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Vienna
$1,500
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$1,004
per month
Only $1,004/mo in Gothenburg matches $1,500/mo in Vienna — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Vienna on $1,500/month?
Living in Vienna on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$760 to rent, $301 to groceries, $148 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,500/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $763 rent, $283 groceries, $175 dining.
Is Vienna or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Vienna 55.3 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Vienna worth in Gothenburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Vienna equals ~$1,004/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.