City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $1,162 | $171 |
| Groceries | $377 | $304 | +$73 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $183 | +$40 |
| Transportation | $78 | $84 | $6 |
| Utilities | $181 | $92 | +$89 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $175 | $25 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$2,531
per month
You'd need $2,531/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $2,000/month?
In Stockholm, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,162 rent, $304 groceries, $183 dining.
Is Lyon or Stockholm cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Stockholm?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,531/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.