City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Jeddah — 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.
Jeddah
Moderate
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $400 | +$96 |
| Groceries | $189 | $285 | $96 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $149 | $37 |
| Transportation | $39 | $30 | +$9 |
| Utilities | $91 | $75 | +$16 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $61 | +$12 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$670
per month
Only $670/mo in Jeddah 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 Jeddah on $1,000/month?
In Jeddah, $1,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $400 rent, $285 groceries, $149 dining.
Is Lyon or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Jeddah?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$670/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.