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 London (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 London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Lyon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £23,400 | Save £6,600 |
| £40,000 | £31,200 | Save £8,800 |
| £50,000 | £39,000 | Save £11,000 |
| £60,000 | £46,800 | Save £13,200 |
| £75,000 | £58,500 | Save £16,500 |
| £100,000 | £78,000 | Save £22,000 |
Compare with UK Cities
Living in Lyon: What to Expect
Lyon has a cost of living index of 78, meaning it is 22% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Lyon is approximately €2,600 (£2,236 when converted to GBP).
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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