City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Wellington vs Krakow — 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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Wellington.
Krakow
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Krakow.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Wellington | Krakow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $830 | $682 | +$148 |
| Groceries | $253 | $283 | $30 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $193 | $58 |
| Transportation | $69 | $38 | +$31 |
| Utilities | $88 | $202 | $114 |
| Other / Misc | $125 | $102 | +$23 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Wellington
$1,500
per month
Krakow equivalent
$807
per month
Only $807/mo in Krakow matches $1,500/mo in Wellington — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Wellington on $1,500/month?
Living in Wellington on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$830 to rent, $253 to groceries, $135 to dining.
Can I live in Krakow on $1,500/month?
In Krakow, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $682 rent, $283 groceries, $193 dining.
Is Wellington or Krakow cheaper?
Krakow is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Wellington 50.9 vs Krakow 27.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Wellington worth in Krakow?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Wellington equals ~$807/mo in Krakow using COL adjustment.