City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Gothenburg — 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.
Gothenburg
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,018 | $27 |
| Groceries | $377 | $377 | $0 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $234 | $11 |
| Transportation | $78 | $104 | $26 |
| Utilities | $181 | $114 | +$67 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $153 | $3 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$1,836
per month
Only $1,836/mo in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg on $2,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,018 rent, $377 groceries, $234 dining.
Is Lyon or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Gothenburg?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,836/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.