City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lyon vs London — 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.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $744 | $906 | $162 |
| Groceries | $283 | $171 | +$112 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $136 | +$32 |
| Transportation | $59 | $46 | +$13 |
| Utilities | $136 | $105 | +$31 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $136 | $26 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$2,713
per month
You'd need $2,713/mo in London 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 London on $1,500/month?
In London, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $906 rent, $171 groceries, $136 dining.
Is Lyon or London cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lyon worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,713/mo in London using COL adjustment.