City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs New York — 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.
New York
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 82.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in New York.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | New York | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $628 | $132 |
| Groceries | $189 | $125 | +$64 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $80 | +$32 |
| Transportation | $39 | $22 | +$17 |
| Utilities | $91 | $51 | +$40 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $94 | $21 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
New York equivalent
$2,047
per month
You'd need $2,047/mo in New York to match $1,000/mo in Lyon.
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 New York on $1,000/month?
In New York, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $628 rent, $125 groceries, $80 dining.
Is Lyon or New York cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs New York 82.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in New York?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,047/mo in New York using COL adjustment.