City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs New York — 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.
New York
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 82.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo may not cover basic costs in New York.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | New York | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,256 | $265 |
| Groceries | $377 | $251 | +$126 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $159 | +$64 |
| Transportation | $78 | $44 | +$34 |
| Utilities | $181 | $101 | +$80 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $189 | $39 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
New York equivalent
$4,094
per month
You'd need $4,094/mo in New York 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 New York on $2,000/month?
In New York, $2,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $1,256 rent, $251 groceries, $159 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 $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in New York?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$4,094/mo in New York using COL adjustment.