City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Bergen vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $485 | $496 | $11 |
| Groceries | $219 | $189 | +$30 |
| Dining Out | $120 | $112 | +$8 |
| Transportation | $34 | $39 | $5 |
| Utilities | $71 | $91 | $20 |
| Other / Misc | $71 | $73 | $2 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$798
per month
Only $798/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Bergen — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Bergen on $1,000/month?
Living in Bergen on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$485 to rent, $219 to groceries, $120 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 Bergen or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Bergen worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$798/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.