City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Malmö — 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.
Malmö
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 35.1 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Malmö.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Malmö | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,006 | $15 |
| Groceries | $377 | $387 | $10 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $232 | $9 |
| Transportation | $78 | $106 | $28 |
| Utilities | $181 | $118 | +$63 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $151 | $1 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Malmö equivalent
$1,742
per month
Only $1,742/mo in Malmö 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 Malmö on $2,000/month?
In Malmö, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,006 rent, $387 groceries, $232 dining.
Is Lyon or Malmö cheaper?
Malmö is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Malmö 35.1 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Malmö?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,742/mo in Malmö using COL adjustment.