City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Wellington vs Davao — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Wellington
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Wellington.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Wellington | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $554 | $321 | +$233 |
| Groceries | $168 | $366 | $198 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $110 | $20 |
| Transportation | $46 | $18 | +$28 |
| Utilities | $59 | $137 | $78 |
| Other / Misc | $83 | $48 | +$35 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Wellington
$1,000
per month
Davao equivalent
$275
per month
Only $275/mo in Davao matches $1,000/mo in Wellington — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Wellington on $1,000/month?
Living in Wellington on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$554 to rent, $168 to groceries, $90 to dining.
Can I live in Davao on $1,000/month?
In Davao, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $321 rent, $366 groceries, $110 dining.
Is Wellington or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Wellington 50.9 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Wellington worth in Davao?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Wellington equals ~$275/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.