4.8% below the France average
Ranked #193 of 538 cities · More expensive than 64.1% of cities worldwide
Compared to France average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | EUR 793/mo ≈ $923 | EUR 661/mo ≈ $769 | 17% |
| 3-Bedroom | EUR 1,334/mo ≈ $1,553 | EUR 1,048/mo ≈ $1,220 | 17% |
Montpellier is average by global standards (ranked #193 of 538 cities). It is 4.8% cheaper than the France average, based on 10 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Restaurants offers the best value, while Rent is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in France earning EUR 50,000 gross take home EUR 2,933/month after tax (29.6% effective rate). See full France tax calculator →
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