🇫🇷 Lyon vs 🇫🇷 Paris
Cost of living comparison · 2026
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Lyon
France
$2,154–$3,410/mo
€1,994 – €3,157 / month (local)
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Paris
France
$2,892–$4,579/mo
€2,678 – €4,240 / month (local)
Paris is 34% more expensive
Lyon wins on affordability
Cost breakdown
| Category | Lyon (USD) | Paris (USD) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1-bed, city center) | $1,615–$2,513 | $2,169–$3,374 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Rent (1-bed, outside center) | $853–$1,346 | $1,145–$1,808 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Utilities | $67–$130 | $90–$175 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Groceries | $341–$512 | $458–$687 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Eating out (mid-range meal) | $45–$81 | $60–$108 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Public transport (monthly) | $85–$103 | $114–$139 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Internet & Mobile | $27–$45 | $36–$60 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Gym membership | $31–$58 | $42–$78 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Cinema ticket | $13–$16 | $17–$22 | 🟢 Lyon |
| Monthly total (single) | $2,154–$3,410 | $2,892–$4,579 | 🟢 Lyon |
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Quality of life comparison
Housing4.5 / 10 · 4.3 / 10
Lyon▲ better
Paris
Safety9.7 / 10 · 9.4 / 10
Lyon▲ better
Paris
Healthcare8.0 / 10 · 7.7 / 10
Lyon▲ better
Paris
Education7.6 / 10 · 9.0 / 10
Lyon
Paris▲ better
Environment8.4 / 10 · 8.1 / 10
Lyon▲ better
Paris
Economy6.7 / 10 · 8.1 / 10
Lyon
Paris▲ better
Culture7.3 / 10 · 8.7 / 10
Lyon
Paris▲ better
Internet7.7 / 10 · 9.1 / 10
Lyon
Paris▲ better
Who should choose which city?
Choose Lyon if…
- ✓You want lower typical monthly costs than Paris
- ✓Food capital
- ✓Pharma
- ✓Rhône
- ✓Biotech
Choose Paris if…
- ✓You're happy to pay more for what Paris offers vs Lyon
- ✓Culture
- ✓Food
- ✓Transit
- ✓Luxury
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