City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Seoul — 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.
Seoul
Moderate
COL+Rent: 49.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Seoul.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Seoul | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $898 | +$93 |
| Groceries | $377 | $602 | $225 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $148 | +$75 |
| Transportation | $78 | $57 | +$21 |
| Utilities | $181 | $160 | +$21 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $135 | +$15 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Seoul equivalent
$2,457
per month
You'd need $2,457/mo in Seoul 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 Seoul on $2,000/month?
In Seoul, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $898 rent, $602 groceries, $148 dining.
Is Lyon or Seoul cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Seoul 49.5 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Seoul?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,457/mo in Seoul using COL adjustment.