City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Graz — 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.
Graz
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $453 | +$43 |
| Groceries | $189 | $231 | $42 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $112 | $0 |
| Transportation | $39 | $29 | +$10 |
| Utilities | $91 | $106 | $15 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $69 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$978
per month
Only $978/mo in Graz 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 Graz on $1,000/month?
In Graz, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $453 rent, $231 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Lyon or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Graz?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$978/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.