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Bourges vs Lyon

France vs France · 237 km apart

Bourges

France

€999 ($1,086)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Lyon

France

€1,154 ($1,254)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBourgesLyonCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.05$11.46Bourges
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.20$45.83Bourges
Cappuccino$3.02$3.44Bourges
Monthly groceries (single person)$228$260Bourges
Monthly public transport pass$36.85$42.01Bourges
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$97.15$111Bourges
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.14$32.08Bourges
Fitness club membership$28.14$32.08Bourges
Cinema ticket$7.37$8.40Bourges
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$598$704Bourges
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$416$490Bourges
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,248$1,470Bourges
Total single-person budget$1,086$1,254Bourges
Average net salary$3,050$3,477

Verdict

Bourges is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bourges runs about $1,086 versus $1,254 in Lyon — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Lyon leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Bourges  ·  Full cost of living in Lyon

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bourges cheaper than Lyon?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,086 per month in Bourges versus $1,254 in Lyon — about 15% less.
How far is Bourges from Lyon?
The straight-line distance between Bourges and Lyon is approximately 237 km (148 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bourges or Lyon?
The estimated average net salary is $3,050 in Bourges and $3,477 in Lyon. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,964 in Bourges versus $2,223 in Lyon per month.