City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Antwerp vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Antwerp
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Antwerp.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Antwerp | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $511 | $496 | +$15 |
| Groceries | $166 | $189 | $23 |
| Dining Out | $115 | $112 | +$3 |
| Transportation | $23 | $39 | $16 |
| Utilities | $108 | $91 | +$17 |
| Other / Misc | $77 | $73 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Antwerp
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$955
per month
Only $955/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Antwerp — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,000/month?
Living in Antwerp on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$511 to rent, $166 to groceries, $115 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 Antwerp or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Antwerp 42.2 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Antwerp worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Antwerp equals ~$955/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.