Cost of Living in France - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: France
Address: FR

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,070 (excluding rent), and $2,003 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,631 (excluding rent), and $4,131 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$17.27 €14.67

$11.51 €9.77

$28.79 €24.44

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$69.9 €59.3

$46.57 €39.54

$116 €98.9

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$12.78 €10.85

$11.62 €9.86

$14.53 €12.33

Cappuccino

$3.64 €3.09

$1.71 €1.45

$5.69 €4.83

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.20 €2.72

$2.29 €1.94

$4.59 €3.90

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.25 €1.91

$1.18 €1.01

$3.54 €3.01

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$7.03 €5.97

$4.69 €3.98

$9.37 €7.96

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.91 €5.02

$4.73 €4.02

$9.46 €8.03

Milk (1 liter)

$1.29 €1.10

$1.00 €0.85

$2.02 €1.72

White Bread (500g)

$2.10 €1.78

$1.19 €1.01

$4.76 €4.04

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.71 €2.30

$1.43 €1.21

$4.76 €4.04

Eggs

$4.22 €3.58

$2.23 €1.90

$6.77 €5.74

Local Cheese (1kg)

$20.18 €17.13

$9.99 €8.48

$39.92 €33.89

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$14.04 €11.92

$8.09 €6.87

$20.81 €17.67

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$21.43 €18.20

$11.59 €9.84

$34.77 €29.52

Apples (1kg)

$3.13 €2.66

$1.71 €1.45

$4.54 €3.85

Banana (1kg)

$2.31 €1.96

$1.37 €1.16

$4.55 €3.86

Oranges (1kg)

$3.13 €2.66

$1.61 €1.37

$5.76 €4.89

Tomato (1kg)

$3.69 €3.13

$2.09 €1.78

$5.83 €4.95

Potato (1kg)

$2.43 €2.06

$1.18 €1.00

$4.13 €3.51

Onion (1kg)

$2.44 €2.07

$1.14 €0.96

$3.40 €2.88

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.55 €1.32

$1.14 €0.97

$2.27 €1.92

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.81 €0.68

$0.23 €0.20

$1.77 €1.51

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$13.92 €11.82

$12.64 €10.73

$15.78 €13.39

Wine (Bottle)

$8.19 €6.95

$4.68 €3.97

$14.04 €11.92

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.57 €2.18

$1.15 €0.97

$4.58 €3.89

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.21 €2.72

$1.46 €1.24

$5.84 €4.96

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.22 €1.88

$1.76 €1.49

$2.92 €2.48

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$71.7 €60.9

$40.50 €34.38

$102 €86.8

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.47 €4.64

$3.29 €2.79

$11.75 €9.98

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.86 €1.58

$1.52 €1.29

$3.04 €2.58

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$37.30 €31.67

$29.05 €24.66

$58.1 €49.34

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.09 €1.77

$1.98 €1.68

$2.32 €1.97

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$37.9K €32.2K

$32.2K €27.3K

$37.9K €32.2K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$37.6K €31.9K

$34.0K €28.9K

$39.8K €33.8K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$211 €179

$131 €111

$356 €302

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$25.90 €21.99

$11.42 €9.70

$36.59 €31.06

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$34.78 €29.53

$23.17 €19.67

$46.32 €39.33

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$37.98 €32.25

$23.24 €19.73

$58.1 €49.31

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$18.77 €15.94

$11.55 €9.81

$23.12 €19.63

Cinema Ticket

$13.99 €11.88

$10.50 €8.91

$17.49 €14.85

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$817 €693

$461 €391

$1,383 €1,174

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$11.8K €10.0K

$6,292 €5,342

$21.0K €17.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$103 €87.8

$46.50 €39.48

$140 €118

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$44.92 €38.14

$23.46 €19.92

$70.4 €59.7

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$107 €90.5

$69.9 €59.4

$146 €124

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$138 €117

$79.7 €67.7

$228 €193

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$879 €746

$599 €508

$1,626 €1,380

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$675 €573

$456 €387

$1,176 €999

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,657 €1,407

$1,057 €898

$3,656 €3,104

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,242 €1,055

$852 €723

$2,251 €1,911

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$5,817 €4,938

$3,518 €2,987

$14.6K €12.4K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,960 €3,362

$2,423 €2,057

$9,839 €8,354

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,859 €2,427

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

3.66

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CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: April 13, 2026

By City in France

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
51	Colmar	67730	84	$892	$1,654	$2,202	$3,899	56.87	357.87
52	Compiegne	40394	95	$898	$1,914	$2,608	$3,817	96.01	413.12
53	Corsica	-	91	$1,085	$1,828	$2,634	$3,737	112.84	155.4
54	Courbevoie	81516	87	$947	$1,707	$2,206	$3,719	65.71	485.96
55	Dijon	159346	91	$1,039	$1,811	$2,454	$3,753	126.55	447.19
56	Dinan	14675	94	$1,155	$1,890	$3,025	$3,951	87.99	325.65
57	Divonne les Bains	10137	90	$1,073	$1,820	$2,271	$3,680	51.51	379.18
58	Douai	39648	84	$734	$1,667	$2,348	$3,019	35.12	404.03
59	Dunkirk	86788	100	$995	$2,035	$2,737	$4,117	160.19	415.54
60	Evry	66177	97	$917	$1,963	$2,273	$3,926	32.05	451.3
61	Fayence	5700	91	$1,016	$1,798	$2,639	$3,695	78.44	306.93
62	Ferney-Voltaire	10920	108	$1,091	$2,173	$2,577	$5,041	144.17	394.72
63	Fontainebleau	15945	91	$916	$1,838	$2,385	$3,792	181.96	393.42
64	Fontenay-le-Fleury	13455	93	$1,128	$1,893	$2,623	$3,698	118.96	537.01
65	Grenoble	157477	98	$1,051	$1,970	$2,535	$3,738	102.24	458.24
66	Gueret	12840	86	$863	$1,706	$2,046	$3,477	163.2	404.97
67	Guipry	-	94	$1,018	$1,844	$2,579	$3,924	330.3	316.24
68	Guyancourt	29406	108	$974	$2,156	$2,075	$3,645	101.49	427.61
69	Heming	500	91	$898	$1,803	$2,254	$3,723	39.9	278.87
70	Hossegor	3800	94	$945	$1,871	$2,145	$3,850	167.38	304.92
71	Ivry-sur-Seine	64001	93	$952	$1,839	$2,448	$3,644	229.29	443.77
72	La Courneuve	47160	91	$1,049	$1,836	$1,958	$3,507	32.48	516.37
73	La Garenne-Colombes	29932	91	$1,119	$1,803	$2,276	$3,800	50.54	509.27
74	La Rochelle	78535	88	$889	$1,751	$2,413	$3,738	236.26	408.11
75	Lannion	20344	90	$1,090	$1,778	$2,534	$3,700	187.73	413.03
76	Le Creusot	20731	86	$985	$1,693	$2,102	$3,613	190.8	433.32
77	Le Havre	166058	76	$863	$1,548	$2,175	$3,114	205.23	437.88
78	Le Mans	145004	84	$975	$1,661	$2,187	$3,693	40.44	452.87
79	Les Ulis	25253	93	$991	$1,832	$2,181	$3,827	55.88	385.15
80	Lille	236710	97	$1,027	$1,952	$2,641	$3,919	122.26	483.36
81	Limoges	129760	84	$989	$1,669	$2,636	$3,284	163.34	418.86
82	Lorient	57846	89	$885	$1,750	$2,280	$3,414	95.12	346.61
83	Lourdes	13509	91	$1,118	$1,822	$2,249	$3,665	30.55	179.17
84	Lyon	522250	108	$1,154	$2,173	$2,943	$4,373	93.74	479.67
85	Manosque	22926	87	$845	$1,725	$2,148	$3,346	47.24	406.73
86	Marmande	17239	91	$956	$1,810	$2,163	$3,753	164.5	340.32
87	Marseille	873076	102	$1,191	$2,024	$2,938	$4,480	49.76	430.34
88	Massy	50000	105	$1,212	$2,105	$2,710	$4,561	56.3	439.94
89	Meaux	55616	93	$987	$1,848	$2,504	$3,711	160.72	506.99
90	Melun	42367	88	$853	$1,740	$2,220	$3,409	140	499.62
91	Merignac	75729	91	$931	$1,832	$2,321	$3,745	17.24	440.93
92	Metz	120874	91	$1,125	$1,843	$2,222	$3,658	183.38	468.02
93	Mont-de-Marsan	30674	83	$995	$1,661	$2,287	$3,455	134.99	330.6
94	Montceau	-	96	$1,042	$1,948	$2,315	$3,764	307.31	315.16
95	Montpellier	302454	100	$1,052	$1,969	$2,564	$3,960	521.79	418.32
96	Montévrain	13934	96	$1,016	$1,921	$2,342	$3,800	60.32	466.04
97	Mulhouse	106341	85	$987	$1,698	$2,560	$3,859	204.53	444.13
98	Nancy	104260	86	$934	$1,705	$2,055	$3,567	114.13	499.89
99	Nanterre	97351	91	$1,035	$1,820	$2,365	$3,775	32.93	471.95
100	Nantes	323204	98	$1,102	$1,933	$2,825	$4,218	15.39	427.14

France Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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Cost of Living in France - Frequently Asked Questions

France offers a nuanced mix of culture, infrastructure, and lifestyle that many find worth the cost. The Cost of Living in France varies dramatically by region, with metro hubs leaning pricier and rural towns offering more breathing room. Travelers, expats, and digital nomads who prioritize experiences, reliable services, and strong public amenities often feel they get good value, especially when they blend longer stays with off-peak travel or seasonal work rhythms. Budget-minded choices around housing types, seasonal trips, and shopping at local markets can stretch your money without sacrificing quality. Tip: Start with a flexible plan and sample a few neighborhoods before committing.

Housing options span everything from compact apartments in historic districts to modern coliving spaces near tech hubs. Start your search with long-stay platforms and local agency sites, and widen to neighboring towns for better value. Food is a daily delight; grocery shopping at marchés and regional shops helps keep meals authentic and affordable. Public transport is a strong point – buses, trains, and efficient metro networks connect most places, with regional passes offering savings for frequent travelers. For work days, consider coworking rooms outside peak hours to reduce costs. France living cost varies by city and season, so plan around market days and shoulder seasons for lower prices. Tip: map a practical route that minimizes transit time.

Budgeting helps you maintain quality of life by separating fixed needs from flexible pleasures. Use a simple framework: allocate housing and transport first, then set a cap on eating out and activities, adjusting with visitor seasons. Look for neighborhoods that balance transit access, safety, and local character – proximity to markets, parks, and coworking hubs often beats pricier central zones. Expect higher prices in peak seasons in city centers and cheaper stays in countryside or smaller towns during winter. Tip: test a few neighborhoods during shoulder seasons to learn which vibe matches your work and social rhythm.