The Verdict
Living in Edinburgh is 0% more expensive than Lyon.
If you move from Edinburgh to Lyon, you will pay less for housing and less for daily groceries. To maintain the same standard of life as a £40,000 salary in Edinburgh, you would need to earn about £40,000 in Lyon.
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Category Breakdown
Compare costs across 6 key categories
City Profiles
What makes each city unique
Why people love Edinburgh:
Why people love Lyon:
Real Monthly Costs
Estimated costs based on London baseline prices
| Expense | Edinburgh | Lyon | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed apartment (city centre) | £1,300 | £1,300 | — |
| Monthly groceries | £336 | £308 | £-28 |
| Dining out (10 meals) | £213 | £205 | £-8 |
| Public transport pass | £141 | £131 | £-10 |
| Utilities (electric, heating, water) | £166 | £162 | £-4 |
| Total Monthly | £2,155 | £2,106 | £-49 |
* Estimates based on London = 100 index. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and location within city.
Who Should Choose Which City?
Recommendations based on your priorities
- Prioritize safety (score: 85/100)
- Want higher earning potential (£2,800/mo avg)
- Have children (lower childcare costs)
Quality of Life & Safety
Beyond just costs - what matters for daily life
Quality of Life Score
Quality of Life Score
Safety Score
Safety Score
Salary Equivalence
How much you'd need in Lyon to match a Edinburgh salary
| Salary in Edinburgh | Equivalent in Lyon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £30,000 | £0 more |
| £40,000 | £40,000 | £0 more |
| £50,000 | £50,000 | £0 more |
| £60,000 | £60,000 | £0 more |
| £80,000 | £80,000 | £0 more |
| £100,000 | £100,000 | £0 more |
Edinburgh vs Lyon: Summary
The overall cost of living differs by 0%.
Rent: Edinburgh has a rent index of 65, while Lyon has 65.
Average Salaries: Edinburgh: £2,800/month vs Lyon: £2,236/month (both in GBP).
Out of 6 categories, Edinburgh wins 0, while Lyon wins 4.
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