City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Edinburgh — 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.
Edinburgh
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Edinburgh.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Edinburgh | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $488 | +$8 |
| Groceries | $189 | $166 | +$23 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $127 | $15 |
| Transportation | $39 | $44 | $5 |
| Utilities | $91 | $101 | $10 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $74 | $1 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Edinburgh equivalent
$1,000
per month
Similar purchasing power.
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 Edinburgh on $1,000/month?
In Edinburgh, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $488 rent, $166 groceries, $127 dining.
Is Lyon or Edinburgh cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Edinburgh 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Edinburgh?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,000/mo in Edinburgh using COL adjustment.