City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Amsterdam vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Amsterdam
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 65.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Amsterdam.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Amsterdam | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $620 | $496 | +$124 |
| Groceries | $112 | $189 | $77 |
| Dining Out | $79 | $112 | $33 |
| Transportation | $33 | $39 | $6 |
| Utilities | $63 | $91 | $28 |
| Other / Misc | $93 | $73 | +$20 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Amsterdam
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$615
per month
Only $615/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Amsterdam — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Amsterdam on $1,000/month?
Living in Amsterdam on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$620 to rent, $112 to groceries, $79 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $1,000/month?
In Lyon, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $496 rent, $189 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Amsterdam or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Amsterdam 65.5 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Amsterdam worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Amsterdam equals ~$615/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.