City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
London vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Lyon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,208 | $991 | +$217 |
| Groceries | $228 | $377 | $149 |
| Dining Out | $182 | $223 | $41 |
| Transportation | $61 | $78 | $17 |
| Utilities | $140 | $181 | $41 |
| Other / Misc | $181 | $150 | +$31 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$2,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,106
per month
Only $1,106/mo in Lyon matches $2,000/mo in London — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in London on $2,000/month?
Living in London on $2,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$1,208 to rent, $228 to groceries, $182 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 London or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in London worth in Lyon?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$1,106/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.