City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Rotterdam — 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.
Rotterdam
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 47 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Rotterdam.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Rotterdam | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $566 | $70 |
| Groceries | $189 | $138 | +$51 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $94 | +$18 |
| Transportation | $39 | $40 | $1 |
| Utilities | $91 | $77 | +$14 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $85 | $12 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Rotterdam equivalent
$1,166
per month
You'd need $1,166/mo in Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam on $1,000/month?
In Rotterdam, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $566 rent, $138 groceries, $94 dining.
Is Lyon or Rotterdam cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Rotterdam 47 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Rotterdam?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,166/mo in Rotterdam using COL adjustment.