City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $3,000/month?
The Hague vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
The Hague
Moderate
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in The Hague.
Lyon
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | The Hague | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,721 | $1,487 | +$234 |
| Groceries | $398 | $566 | $168 |
| Dining Out | $284 | $335 | $51 |
| Transportation | $116 | $117 | $1 |
| Utilities | $223 | $272 | $49 |
| Other / Misc | $258 | $223 | +$35 |
| Total | $3,000 | $3,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
The Hague
$3,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$2,375
per month
Only $2,375/mo in Lyon matches $3,000/mo in The Hague — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in The Hague on $3,000/month?
Living in The Hague on $3,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,721 to rent, $398 to groceries, $284 to dining.
Can I live in Lyon on $3,000/month?
In Lyon, $3,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,487 rent, $566 groceries, $335 dining.
Is The Hague or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: The Hague 50.9 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $3,000/mo in The Hague worth in Lyon?
$3,000/mo of purchasing power in The Hague equals ~$2,375/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.