Cost of Living in Grenoble


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£1,477

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
48%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
4%
Property
48%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
4%
Utilities
13%
Leisure
4%

Cost of living breakdown for Grenoble

You can expect to spend around £1,477 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£635Average rent per month
£2,976Price per m² (city centre)
£1,908Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index48
Quality of life index80
Safety index43
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Grenoble average costs for food and drink.

£274Monthly groceries/person
£132Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Grenoble average salaries and services.

£2,192Average Monthly Net Salary
£59Transport
Healthcare75
Salary & Services

Average living costs in France

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£634.60£518.04 - £718.35
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£446.16£345.36 - £561.21
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,160.20£863.40 - £1,554.13
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£758.64£647.55 - £863.40

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Grenoble depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £842 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,890. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £635 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Grenoble costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £59.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Grenoble is currently £2,192.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Grenoble costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £45.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Grenoble for a single person is £842, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Grenoble, the estimated monthly costs are £2,890, not including rent.

Rent prices in Grenoble depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £635, compared to £446 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,160 in the centre and £759 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Grenoble (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £215 per month. Internet access typically adds another £27.