City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Edinburgh vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Edinburgh
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Edinburgh.
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Edinburgh | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $732 | $744 | $12 |
| Groceries | $249 | $283 | $34 |
| Dining Out | $191 | $168 | +$23 |
| Transportation | $66 | $59 | +$7 |
| Utilities | $152 | $136 | +$16 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $110 | $0 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Edinburgh
$1,500
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,500
per month
Similar purchasing power.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Edinburgh on $1,500/month?
Living in Edinburgh on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$732 to rent, $249 to groceries, $191 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $1,500/month?
In Lyon, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $744 rent, $283 groceries, $168 dining.
Is Edinburgh or Lyon cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Edinburgh 40.3 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Edinburgh worth in Lyon?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Edinburgh equals ~$1,500/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.