Cost of Living in Montpellier


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£1,464

Average cost per month

1

Distribution of Expenses

Property
52%
Groceries
23%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
0%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
3%
Property
52%
Groceries
23%
Eating Out
11%
Transportation
0%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
3%

Cost of living breakdown for Montpellier

You can expect to spend around £1,464 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£685Average rent per month
£3,900Price per m² (city centre)
£3,017Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index48
Quality of life index81
Safety index46
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Montpellier average costs for food and drink.

£303Monthly groceries/person
£144Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Montpellier average salaries and services.

£2,063Average Monthly Net Salary
£2Transport
Healthcare78
Salary & Services

Average living costs in France

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£684.51£604.39 - £777.07
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£570.54£518.04 - £733.89
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,151.47£863.40 - £1,424.62
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£904.66£820.23 - £1,165.59

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Montpellier depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £779 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,731. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £685 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Montpellier costs £1. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £2.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Montpellier is currently £2,063.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Montpellier costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £52.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Montpellier for a single person is £779, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Montpellier, the estimated monthly costs are £2,731, not including rent.

Rent prices in Montpellier depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £685, compared to £571 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,151 in the centre and £905 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Montpellier (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £155 per month. Internet access typically adds another £26.