City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lyon vs Wrocław — 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.
Wrocław
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 25.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Wrocław.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lyon | Wrocław | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $991 | $898 | +$93 |
| Groceries | $377 | $386 | $9 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $259 | $36 |
| Transportation | $78 | $51 | +$27 |
| Utilities | $181 | $272 | $91 |
| Other / Misc | $150 | $134 | +$16 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lyon
$2,000
per month
Wrocław equivalent
$1,261
per month
Only $1,261/mo in Wrocław matches $2,000/mo in Lyon — better value.
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 Wrocław on $2,000/month?
In Wrocław, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $898 rent, $386 groceries, $259 dining.
Is Lyon or Wrocław cheaper?
Wrocław is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lyon 40.3 vs Wrocław 25.4 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lyon worth in Wrocław?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lyon equals ~$1,261/mo in Wrocław using COL adjustment.