City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Wellington vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Wellington | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $830 | $872 | $42 |
| Groceries | $253 | $228 | +$25 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $137 | $2 |
| Transportation | $69 | $63 | +$6 |
| Utilities | $88 | $69 | +$19 |
| Other / Misc | $125 | $131 | $6 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Wellington
$1,500
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,503
per month
You'd need $1,503/mo in Stockholm to match $1,500/mo in Wellington.
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 Stockholm on $1,500/month?
In Stockholm, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $872 rent, $228 groceries, $137 dining.
Is Wellington or Stockholm cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Wellington 50.9 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Wellington worth in Stockholm?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Wellington equals ~$1,503/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.