City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Davao — 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.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $321 | +$175 |
| Groceries | $189 | $366 | $177 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $110 | +$2 |
| Transportation | $39 | $18 | +$21 |
| Utilities | $91 | $137 | $46 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $48 | +$25 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Davao equivalent
$347
per month
Only $347/mo in Davao matches $1,000/mo in Lyon — better value.
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 Davao on $1,000/month?
In Davao, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $321 rent, $366 groceries, $110 dining.
Is Lyon or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Davao?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$347/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.