City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs London — 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.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $604 | $108 |
| Groceries | $189 | $114 | +$75 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $91 | +$21 |
| Transportation | $39 | $31 | +$8 |
| Utilities | $91 | $70 | +$21 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $90 | $17 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
London equivalent
$1,809
per month
You'd need $1,809/mo in London to match $1,000/mo in Lyon.
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 London on $1,000/month?
In London, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $604 rent, $114 groceries, $91 dining.
Is Lyon or London cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in London?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,809/mo in London using COL adjustment.