City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Milan vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Milan
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 57 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Milan.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Milan | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $574 | $496 | +$78 |
| Groceries | $140 | $189 | $49 |
| Dining Out | $95 | $112 | $17 |
| Transportation | $16 | $39 | $23 |
| Utilities | $90 | $91 | $1 |
| Other / Misc | $85 | $73 | +$12 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Milan
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$707
per month
Only $707/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Milan — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Milan on $1,000/month?
Living in Milan on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$574 to rent, $140 to groceries, $95 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $1,000/month?
In Lyon, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $496 rent, $189 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Milan or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Milan 57 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Milan worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Milan equals ~$707/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.