City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lyon vs Tokyo — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $744 | $725 | +$19 |
| Groceries | $283 | $316 | $33 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $107 | +$61 |
| Transportation | $59 | $63 | $4 |
| Utilities | $136 | $180 | $44 |
| Other / Misc | $110 | $109 | +$1 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,545
per month
You'd need $1,545/mo in Tokyo to match $1,500/mo in Lyon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lyon on $1,500/month?
Living in Lyon on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$744 to rent, $283 to groceries, $168 to dining.
Can I live in Tokyo on $1,500/month?
In Tokyo, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $725 rent, $316 groceries, $107 dining.
Is Lyon or Tokyo cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lyon worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,545/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.