City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Aarhus vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Aarhus
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Aarhus.
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Aarhus | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $695 | $744 | $49 |
| Groceries | $309 | $283 | +$26 |
| Dining Out | $229 | $168 | +$61 |
| Transportation | $40 | $59 | $19 |
| Utilities | $123 | $136 | $13 |
| Other / Misc | $104 | $110 | $6 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Aarhus
$1,500
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,340
per month
Only $1,340/mo in Lyon matches $1,500/mo in Aarhus — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Aarhus on $1,500/month?
Living in Aarhus on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$695 to rent, $309 to groceries, $229 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $1,500/month?
In Lyon, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $744 rent, $283 groceries, $168 dining.
Is Aarhus or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Aarhus 45.1 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Aarhus worth in Lyon?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Aarhus equals ~$1,340/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.