Cost of Living in Lyon, France

Last updated on Feb 19, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Lyon, France is generally considered to be quite high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in the city center can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $1,500 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Lyon can range from $20 to $30 per person.

Is the cost of living in Lyon high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Lyon, they wrote:

"Living in Lyon is generally considered to be very affordable, compared to other large French cities. Prices for food, rent, and transportation tend to be lower than in Paris. Basic one-bedroom apartments in the centre of the city usually cost around €800-900 per month, while monthly public transport tickets tend to be around €40-50. Depending on lifestyle, living costs in Lyon can range from €800-1500 per month," said one person in Lyon, France.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

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