Cost of Living in Lyon
France • Pop: 0.5M
Lyon is France's gastronomic capital with lower costs than Paris.
Food capitalMuch cheaper than ParisRich historyCentral location
Cost
Index
Index
78
Rent
Index
Index
65
Avg Net Salary
$2,236/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
78
22% cheaperRent
65
35% cheaperGroceries
88
12% cheaperRestaurants
82
18% cheaperTransport
82
18% cheaperUtilities
90
10% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Lyon to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Lyon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $39,000 | Save $11,000 |
| $75,000 | $58,500 | Save $16,500 |
| $100,000 | $78,000 | Save $22,000 |
| $125,000 | $97,500 | Save $27,500 |
| $150,000 | $117,000 | Save $33,000 |
| $200,000 | $156,000 | Save $44,000 |
Living in Lyon: What to Expect
Lyon has a cost of living index of 78, meaning it is 22% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Lyon is approximately €2,600 ($2,236 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 65
- Groceries: Index of 88
- Restaurants: Index of 82
- Transport: Index of 82
- Utilities: Index of 90
Key highlights: Food capital, Much cheaper than Paris, Rich history, Central location.
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