City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Vienna vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Vienna | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $760 | $872 | $112 |
| Groceries | $301 | $228 | +$73 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $137 | +$11 |
| Transportation | $38 | $63 | $25 |
| Utilities | $138 | $69 | +$69 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $131 | $16 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Vienna
$1,500
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,383
per month
Only $1,383/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $1,500/month?
In Stockholm, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $872 rent, $228 groceries, $137 dining.
Is Vienna or Stockholm cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Vienna 55.3 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Vienna worth in Stockholm?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Vienna equals ~$1,383/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.