City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Antwerp — 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.
Antwerp
Moderate
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,022 | $31 |
| Groceries | $377 | $332 | +$45 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $230 | $7 |
| Transportation | $78 | $46 | +$32 |
| Utilities | $181 | $217 | $36 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $153 | $3 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$2,094
per month
You'd need $2,094/mo in Antwerp 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 Antwerp on $2,000/month?
In Antwerp, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $1,022 rent, $332 groceries, $230 dining.
Is Lyon or Antwerp cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Antwerp?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,094/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.