City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Medellín — 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.
Medellín
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 19.1 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Medellín.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Medellín | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $411 | +$85 |
| Groceries | $189 | $297 | $108 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $126 | $14 |
| Transportation | $39 | $40 | $1 |
| Utilities | $91 | $64 | +$27 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $62 | +$11 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Medellín equivalent
$474
per month
Only $474/mo in Medellín 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 Medellín on $1,000/month?
In Medellín, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $411 rent, $297 groceries, $126 dining.
Is Lyon or Medellín cheaper?
Medellín is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Medellín 19.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Medellín?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$474/mo in Medellín using COL adjustment.