Is Toulouse more expensive than Marseille?

Toulouse is 2.6% more expensive than Marseille overall. Rent is 7.8% lower, groceries 12.3% cheaper, and restaurants 3.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Marseille or Toulouse?

Marseille has a purchasing power index of 99.6 while Toulouse has 126.2 (NYC = 100). Toulouse offers better purchasing power.

Marseille vs Toulouse: Toulouse is 2.6% more expensive, rent 8% lower (2026)

Category	🇫🇷 Marseille	🇫🇷 Toulouse	Difference
Cost of Living	45.6	46.8	+2.6%
Rent	20.5	18.9	-7.8%
Groceries	88.1	77.3	-12.3%
Restaurants	72.2	74.6	+3.3%
Purchasing Power	99.6	126.2	+26.7%

Data from 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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