Cost of Living in Lyon, France
Lyon is a city in France, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,860 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $977 per month, or $670 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 346 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Lyon scores 63/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 84°F and winter highs around 45°F, with roughly 179 sunny days a year.
Lyon Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Lyon
How Lyon Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Lyon ranks in the top 2% for internet speed.
| Metric | Lyon | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,860 | #205 of 340 | #47 of 91 |
| Safety | 63/100 | #169 of 340 | #86 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 76/100 | #120 of 340 | #33 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 346 Mbps | #5 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
| Walkability | 80/100 | #25 of 340 | #17 of 91 |
| Public transit | 75/100 | #41 of 340 | #24 of 91 |
| Food scene | 95/100 | #6 of 340 | #4 of 91 |
| Air quality | 90/100 | #53 of 340 | #24 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Lyon
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Lyon.
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 26% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Granada, Spain — $1,476/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania — $1,352/mo, 27% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Tbilisi, Georgia — $1,031/mo, 45% cheaper, safety 55/100
Lyon FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Lyon?
A single person should budget around $1,860 per month in Lyon, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Lyon?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Lyon averages $977 per month, dropping to about $670 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,935.
Is Lyon safe?
Lyon scores 63/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 68/100.
How fast is the internet in Lyon?
Median download speeds in Lyon are around 346 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 38 coworking spaces in the city.
Does France offer a digital nomad visa?
France does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Lyon?
Lyon sees summer highs around 84°F and winter highs near 45°F, with about 179 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 103 days.
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