City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Wellington vs Lisbon — 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.
Lisbon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lisbon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Wellington | Lisbon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $554 | $595 | $41 |
| Groceries | $168 | $139 | +$29 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $90 | $0 |
| Transportation | $46 | $23 | +$23 |
| Utilities | $59 | $65 | $6 |
| Other / Misc | $83 | $88 | $5 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Wellington
$1,000
per month
Lisbon equivalent
$861
per month
Only $861/mo in Lisbon 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 Lisbon on $1,000/month?
In Lisbon, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $595 rent, $139 groceries, $90 dining.
Is Wellington or Lisbon cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Wellington 50.9 vs Lisbon 43.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Wellington worth in Lisbon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Wellington equals ~$861/mo in Lisbon using COL adjustment.