City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Tokyo vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Tokyo
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Tokyo.
Lyon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $483 | $496 | $13 |
| Groceries | $210 | $189 | +$21 |
| Dining Out | $71 | $112 | $41 |
| Transportation | $42 | $39 | +$3 |
| Utilities | $120 | $91 | +$29 |
| Other / Misc | $74 | $73 | +$1 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,000
per month
Lyon equivalent
$971
per month
Only $971/mo in Lyon matches $1,000/mo in Tokyo — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Tokyo on $1,000/month?
Living in Tokyo on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$483 to rent, $210 to groceries, $71 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 Tokyo or Lyon cheaper?
Lyon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Tokyo worth in Lyon?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$971/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.