City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lyon vs Tokyo — 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.
Tokyo
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $496 | $483 | +$13 |
| Groceries | $189 | $210 | $21 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $71 | +$41 |
| Transportation | $39 | $42 | $3 |
| Utilities | $91 | $120 | $29 |
| Other / Misc | $73 | $74 | $1 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,000
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,030
per month
You'd need $1,030/mo in Tokyo 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 Tokyo on $1,000/month?
In Tokyo, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $483 rent, $210 groceries, $71 dining.
Is Lyon or Tokyo cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lyon worth in Tokyo?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,030/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.