Cost of Living in Paris
France • Pop: 2.2M
Paris is one of Europe's most expensive cities with unmatched culture.
Cultural capitalFashion industryAmazing foodHistoric architecture
Cost
Index
Index
105
Rent
Index
Index
115
Avg Net Salary
£2,666/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
105
5% pricierRent
115
15% pricierGroceries
92
8% cheaperRestaurants
98
2% cheaperTransport
88
12% cheaperUtilities
95
5% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Paris to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Paris | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £31,500 | Need £1,500 more |
| £40,000 | £42,000 | Need £2,000 more |
| £50,000 | £52,500 | Need £2,500 more |
| £60,000 | £63,000 | Need £3,000 more |
| £75,000 | £78,750 | Need £3,750 more |
| £100,000 | £105,000 | Need £5,000 more |
Living in Paris: What to Expect
Paris has a cost of living index of 105, meaning it is 5% more expensive than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Paris is approximately €3,100 (£2,666 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 115
- Groceries: Index of 92
- Restaurants: Index of 98
- Transport: Index of 88
- Utilities: Index of 95
Key highlights: Cultural capital, Fashion industry, Amazing food, Historic architecture.
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