City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Edinburgh vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Edinburgh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Edinburgh.
Lyon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Edinburgh | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $976 | $991 | $15 |
| Groceries | $332 | $377 | $45 |
| Dining Out | $254 | $223 | +$31 |
| Transportation | $88 | $78 | +$10 |
| Utilities | $203 | $181 | +$22 |
| Other / Misc | $147 | $150 | $3 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Edinburgh
$2,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$2,000
per month
Similar purchasing power.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Edinburgh on $2,000/month?
Living in Edinburgh on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$976 to rent, $332 to groceries, $254 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 Edinburgh or Lyon cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Edinburgh 40.3 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Edinburgh worth in Lyon?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Edinburgh equals ~$2,000/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.