City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Antwerp vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Antwerp
Moderate
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Antwerp.
Lyon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Antwerp | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,022 | $991 | +$31 |
| Groceries | $332 | $377 | $45 |
| Dining Out | $230 | $223 | +$7 |
| Transportation | $46 | $78 | $32 |
| Utilities | $217 | $181 | +$36 |
| Other / Misc | $153 | $150 | +$3 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Antwerp
$2,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,910
per month
Only $1,910/mo in Lyon matches $2,000/mo in Antwerp — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Antwerp on $2,000/month?
Living in Antwerp on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,022 to rent, $332 to groceries, $230 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $2,000/month?
In Lyon, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $991 rent, $377 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Antwerp or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Antwerp 42.2 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Antwerp worth in Lyon?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Antwerp equals ~$1,910/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.