City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Milan — 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.
Milan
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 57 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Milan.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Milan | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,148 | $157 |
| Groceries | $377 | $279 | +$98 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $189 | +$34 |
| Transportation | $78 | $32 | +$46 |
| Utilities | $181 | $179 | +$2 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $173 | $23 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Milan equivalent
$2,829
per month
You'd need $2,829/mo in Milan to match $2,000/mo in Lyon.
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 Milan on $2,000/month?
In Milan, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,148 rent, $279 groceries, $189 dining.
Is Lyon or Milan cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Milan 57 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Milan?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,829/mo in Milan using COL adjustment.