Montpellier, France, France — cost of living
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Montpellier, France

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Montpellier, France

About Montpellier, France

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$815
Family of 4 / mo
$2,075
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,141

Montpellier is a charming city located in the south of France . It is known for its beautiful architecture and vibrant culture. The city has a mix of old and new, with medieval buildings standing alongside modern structures.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $115.03
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $92.55
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $53.99
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $112.37

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,855

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.3
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $6.61
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $7.93
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.48
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.77

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $15.87
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $105.76
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $11.9

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $21.98
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.93
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.07
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.8
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.62
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.99
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $2.21
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.32
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.56
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $8.33
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $13.22
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $14.07
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $21.89
  • Dozen EggsUSD $4.09
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.35
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.6
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.34

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $698.13
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $913.72
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $760.2
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,983
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,785
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $577.47

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $40.99
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $20.71
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.21
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $462.73
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $10,392

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.75
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.64
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $26,937
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $37.01
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $39.67
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $32,501
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $2.11

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $46.28
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $164.44

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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