City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $581 | $85 |
| Groceries | $189 | $152 | +$37 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $92 | +$20 |
| Transportation | $39 | $42 | $3 |
| Utilities | $91 | $46 | +$45 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $87 | $14 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,266
per month
You'd need $1,266/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $1,000/month?
In Stockholm, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $581 rent, $152 groceries, $92 dining.
Is Lyon or Stockholm cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Stockholm?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,266/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.