City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Wellington vs Perth — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Wellington
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Wellington.
Perth
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Perth.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Wellington | Perth | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,107 | $1,144 | $37 |
| Groceries | $337 | $307 | +$30 |
| Dining Out | $180 | $197 | $17 |
| Transportation | $93 | $72 | +$21 |
| Utilities | $118 | $109 | +$9 |
| Other / Misc | $165 | $171 | $6 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Wellington
$2,000
per month
Perth equivalent
$2,189
per month
You'd need $2,189/mo in Perth to match $2,000/mo in Wellington.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Wellington on $2,000/month?
Living in Wellington on $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$1,107 to rent, $337 to groceries, $180 to dining.
Can I live in Perth on $2,000/month?
In Perth, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,144 rent, $307 groceries, $197 dining.
Is Wellington or Perth cheaper?
Wellington is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Wellington 50.9 vs Perth 55.7 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Wellington worth in Perth?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Wellington equals ~$2,189/mo in Perth using COL adjustment.