City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Graz vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Lyon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $991 | $85 |
| Groceries | $462 | $377 | +$85 |
| Dining Out | $225 | $223 | +$2 |
| Transportation | $59 | $78 | $19 |
| Utilities | $212 | $181 | +$31 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $150 | $14 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$2,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$2,046
per month
You'd need $2,046/mo in Lyon to match $2,000/mo in Graz.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
Living in Graz on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$906 to rent, $462 to groceries, $225 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 Graz or Lyon cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Graz worth in Lyon?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$2,046/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.