City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Jeddah vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Jeddah
Moderate
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Jeddah.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $400 | $496 | $96 |
| Groceries | $285 | $189 | +$96 |
| Dining Out | $149 | $112 | +$37 |
| Transportation | $30 | $39 | $9 |
| Utilities | $75 | $91 | $16 |
| Other / Misc | $61 | $73 | $12 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,493
per month
You'd need $1,493/mo in Lyon to match $1,000/mo in Jeddah.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,000/month?
Living in Jeddah on $1,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$400 to rent, $285 to groceries, $149 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 Jeddah or Lyon cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Jeddah worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,493/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.