City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lyon vs Florence — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Florence
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Florence.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Florence | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $744 | $821 | $77 |
| Groceries | $283 | $231 | +$52 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $151 | +$17 |
| Transportation | $59 | $26 | +$33 |
| Utilities | $136 | $148 | $12 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $123 | $13 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,500
per month
Florence equivalent
$1,686
per month
You'd need $1,686/mo in Florence to match $1,500/mo in Lyon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lyon on $1,500/month?
Living in Lyon on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$744 to rent, $283 to groceries, $168 to dining.
Can I live in Florence on $1,500/month?
In Florence, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $821 rent, $231 groceries, $151 dining.
Is Lyon or Florence cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Florence 45.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lyon worth in Florence?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,686/mo in Florence using COL adjustment.