City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Tokyo — 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.
Tokyo
Moderate
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $967 | +$24 |
| Groceries | $377 | $421 | $44 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $143 | +$80 |
| Transportation | $78 | $84 | $6 |
| Utilities | $181 | $240 | $59 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $145 | +$5 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$2,060
per month
You'd need $2,060/mo in Tokyo 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 Tokyo on $2,000/month?
In Tokyo, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $967 rent, $421 groceries, $143 dining.
Is Lyon or Tokyo cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Tokyo?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$2,060/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.