City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Dublin vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Dublin
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Dublin.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Dublin | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $656 | $496 | +$160 |
| Groceries | $98 | $189 | $91 |
| Dining Out | $68 | $112 | $44 |
| Transportation | $27 | $39 | $12 |
| Utilities | $53 | $91 | $38 |
| Other / Misc | $98 | $73 | +$25 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Dublin
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$520
per month
Only $520/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Dublin — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Dublin on $1,000/month?
Living in Dublin on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$656 to rent, $98 to groceries, $68 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 Dublin or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Dublin 77.5 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Dublin worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Dublin equals ~$520/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.