Cost of Living in Caen


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£1,263

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
51%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
10%
Leisure
4%
Property
51%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
10%
Leisure
4%

Cost of living breakdown for Caen

You can expect to spend around £1,263 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£575Average rent per month
£3,426Price per m² (city centre)
£1,959Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index44
Quality of life index89
Safety index69
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Caen average costs for food and drink.

£237Weekly groceries/person
£125Dining out average cost/person
£2Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Caen average salaries and services.

£1,903Average Monthly Net Salary
£38Transport
Healthcare63
Salary & Services

Average living costs in France

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£575.03£518.04 - £690.72
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£466.45£431.71 - £518.04
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,182.86£1,105.16 - £1,381.45
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£806.08£733.89 - £1,137.97

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Caen depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £688 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,436. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £575 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Caen costs £1. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £38.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Caen is currently £1,903.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Caen costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £43.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Caen for a single person is £688, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Caen, the estimated monthly costs are £2,436, not including rent.

Rent prices in Caen depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £575, compared to £466 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,183 in the centre and £806 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Caen (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £126 per month. Internet access typically adds another £25.