City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lyon vs Manila — 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.
Manila
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 21.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Manila.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Manila | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $744 | $609 | +$135 |
| Groceries | $283 | $461 | $178 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $144 | +$24 |
| Transportation | $59 | $22 | +$37 |
| Utilities | $136 | $172 | $36 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $92 | +$18 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,500
per month
Manila equivalent
$811
per month
Only $811/mo in Manila 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 Manila on $1,500/month?
In Manila, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $609 rent, $461 groceries, $144 dining.
Is Lyon or Manila cheaper?
Manila is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Manila 21.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lyon worth in Manila?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$811/mo in Manila using COL adjustment.