City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Aarhus — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lyon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lyon.
Aarhus
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.1 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Aarhus.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Aarhus | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $926 | +$65 |
| Groceries | $377 | $412 | $35 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $305 | $82 |
| Transportation | $78 | $54 | +$24 |
| Utilities | $181 | $164 | +$17 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $139 | +$11 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Aarhus equivalent
$2,238
per month
You'd need $2,238/mo in Aarhus to match $2,000/mo in Lyon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lyon on $2,000/month?
Living in Lyon on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$991 to rent, $377 to groceries, $223 to dining.
Can I live in Aarhus on $2,000/month?
In Aarhus, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $926 rent, $412 groceries, $305 dining.
Is Lyon or Aarhus cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Aarhus 45.1 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Aarhus?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,238/mo in Aarhus using COL adjustment.