Cost of Living in Montpellier, France

Last updated on Apr 23, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Montpellier, France is generally considered to be quite reasonable. A nice one bedroom apartment in Montpellier can cost anywhere from $600 to $1,000 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost from $800 to $1,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Montpellier is usually around $20 per person.

Is the cost of living in Montpellier high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Montpellier, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Montpellier is quite reasonable relative to other French cities. Prices for accommodation, food and utilities are all lower than the national average. Eating out in restaurants and cafes is most likely cheaper than in Paris, and general consumer items are generally not too expensive," said one expat in Montpellier, France.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.