City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Marseille — 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.
Marseille
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 38.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Marseille.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Marseille | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $485 | +$11 |
| Groceries | $189 | $195 | $6 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $112 | $0 |
| Transportation | $39 | $41 | $2 |
| Utilities | $91 | $94 | $3 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $73 | $0 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Marseille equivalent
$953
per month
Only $953/mo in Marseille matches $1,000/mo in Lyon — better value.
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 Marseille on $1,000/month?
In Marseille, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $485 rent, $195 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Lyon or Marseille cheaper?
Marseille is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Marseille 38.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Marseille?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$953/mo in Marseille using COL adjustment.