City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Riyadh vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Riyadh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 31.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Riyadh.
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Riyadh | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $628 | $744 | $116 |
| Groceries | $408 | $283 | +$125 |
| Dining Out | $219 | $168 | +$51 |
| Transportation | $43 | $59 | $16 |
| Utilities | $108 | $136 | $28 |
| Other / Misc | $94 | $110 | $16 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Riyadh
$1,500
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,931
per month
You'd need $1,931/mo in Lyon to match $1,500/mo in Riyadh.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Riyadh on $1,500/month?
Living in Riyadh on $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$628 to rent, $408 to groceries, $219 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $1,500/month?
In Lyon, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $744 rent, $283 groceries, $168 dining.
Is Riyadh or Lyon cheaper?
Riyadh is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Riyadh 31.3 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Riyadh worth in Lyon?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Riyadh equals ~$1,931/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.