City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Antwerp — 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.
Antwerp
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $511 | $15 |
| Groceries | $189 | $166 | +$23 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $115 | $3 |
| Transportation | $39 | $23 | +$16 |
| Utilities | $91 | $108 | $17 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $77 | $4 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$1,047
per month
You'd need $1,047/mo in Antwerp 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 Antwerp on $1,000/month?
In Antwerp, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $511 rent, $166 groceries, $115 dining.
Is Lyon or Antwerp cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Antwerp?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,047/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.