City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lyon vs Manchester — 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.
Manchester
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 37.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Manchester.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Manchester | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $744 | $717 | +$27 |
| Groceries | $283 | $254 | +$29 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $198 | $30 |
| Transportation | $59 | $68 | $9 |
| Utilities | $136 | $155 | $19 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $108 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,500
per month
Manchester equivalent
$1,381
per month
Only $1,381/mo in Manchester matches $1,500/mo in Lyon — better value.
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 Manchester on $1,500/month?
In Manchester, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $717 rent, $254 groceries, $198 dining.
Is Lyon or Manchester cheaper?
Manchester is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Manchester 37.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lyon worth in Manchester?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,381/mo in Manchester using COL adjustment.