City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Brussels — 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.
Brussels
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Brussels.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Brussels | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,119 | $128 |
| Groceries | $377 | $290 | +$87 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $194 | +$29 |
| Transportation | $78 | $40 | +$38 |
| Utilities | $181 | $189 | $8 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $168 | $18 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Brussels equivalent
$2,725
per month
You'd need $2,725/mo in Brussels 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 Brussels on $2,000/month?
In Brussels, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,119 rent, $290 groceries, $194 dining.
Is Lyon or Brussels cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Brussels 54.9 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Brussels?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,725/mo in Brussels using COL adjustment.