City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Cebu — 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.
Cebu
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 15.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Cebu.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Cebu | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $681 | +$310 |
| Groceries | $377 | $718 | $341 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $198 | +$25 |
| Transportation | $78 | $33 | +$45 |
| Utilities | $181 | $268 | $87 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $102 | +$48 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Cebu equivalent
$769
per month
Only $769/mo in Cebu matches $2,000/mo in Lyon — better value.
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 Cebu on $2,000/month?
In Cebu, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $681 rent, $718 groceries, $198 dining.
Is Lyon or Cebu cheaper?
Cebu is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Cebu 15.5 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Cebu?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$769/mo in Cebu using COL adjustment.