City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Amsterdam — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Amsterdam
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 65.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Amsterdam.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Amsterdam | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $620 | $124 |
| Groceries | $189 | $112 | +$77 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $79 | +$33 |
| Transportation | $39 | $33 | +$6 |
| Utilities | $91 | $63 | +$28 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $93 | $20 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Amsterdam equivalent
$1,625
per month
You'd need $1,625/mo in Amsterdam to match $1,000/mo in Lyon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lyon on $1,000/month?
Living in Lyon on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$496 to rent, $189 to groceries, $112 to dining.
Can I live in Amsterdam on $1,000/month?
In Amsterdam, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $620 rent, $112 groceries, $79 dining.
Is Lyon or Amsterdam cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Amsterdam 65.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Amsterdam?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,625/mo in Amsterdam using COL adjustment.