Is Toulouse more expensive than Bordeaux?

Toulouse is 0.7% cheaper than Bordeaux overall. Rent is 15.2% lower, groceries 7.7% more expensive, and restaurants 2.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Bordeaux or Toulouse?

Bordeaux has a purchasing power index of 120.8 while Toulouse has 126.2 (NYC = 100). Toulouse offers better purchasing power.

Bordeaux vs Toulouse: Toulouse is 0.7% cheaper, rent 15% lower (2026)

Category	🇫🇷 Bordeaux	🇫🇷 Toulouse	Difference
Cost of Living	45.0	44.7	-0.7%
Rent	22.3	18.9	-15.2%
Groceries	71.8	77.3	+7.7%
Restaurants	76.3	74.6	-2.2%
Purchasing Power	120.8	126.2	+4.5%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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