City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Vienna vs London — 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.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Vienna | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $760 | $906 | $146 |
| Groceries | $301 | $171 | +$130 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $136 | +$12 |
| Transportation | $38 | $46 | $8 |
| Utilities | $138 | $105 | +$33 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $136 | $21 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Vienna
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$1,977
per month
You'd need $1,977/mo in London to match $1,500/mo in Vienna.
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 London on $1,500/month?
In London, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $906 rent, $171 groceries, $136 dining.
Is Vienna or London cheaper?
Vienna is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Vienna 55.3 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Vienna worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Vienna equals ~$1,977/mo in London using COL adjustment.