City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Turin vs Lyon — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Turin
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 36.6 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Turin.
Lyon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lyon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Turin | Lyon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $748 | $744 | +$4 |
| Groceries | $264 | $283 | $19 |
| Dining Out | $177 | $168 | +$9 |
| Transportation | $30 | $59 | $29 |
| Utilities | $169 | $136 | +$33 |
| Other / Misc | $112 | $110 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Turin
$1,500
per month
Lyon equivalent
$1,652
per month
You'd need $1,652/mo in Lyon to match $1,500/mo in Turin.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Turin on $1,500/month?
Living in Turin on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$748 to rent, $264 to groceries, $177 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 Turin or Lyon cheaper?
Turin is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Turin 36.6 vs Lyon 40.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Turin worth in Lyon?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Turin equals ~$1,652/mo in Lyon using COL adjustment.