City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lisbon vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lisbon.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $595 | $496 | +$99 |
| Groceries | $139 | $189 | $50 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $112 | $22 |
| Transportation | $23 | $39 | $16 |
| Utilities | $65 | $91 | $26 |
| Other / Misc | $88 | $73 | +$15 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$920
per month
Only $920/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Lisbon — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$595 to rent, $139 to groceries, $90 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 Lisbon or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$920/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.