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Cost of Living in Paris, France

The City of Light. Fashion, finance, tech startups. High rent but unmatched culture.

Currency
EUR ()
English Level
Moderate
Healthcare
Public (Sécurité Sociale)

Rental Prices in Paris

1-Bedroom Apartment
€1,100 - €2,400
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
€1,900 - €3,400
per month

* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.14 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.

Monthly Living Costs

Groceries
€380
Transport
€89
Utilities
€190
Dining Out
€200

Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.

Popular Neighborhoods

Le Marais (4th)
Historic Jewish quarter. Art galleries, boutiques, and the city's best falafel.
5 min walk€1,900+/mo
Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th)
Literary and artistic heritage. Cafes where existentialists once debated, most expensive area in Paris.
8 min metro€2,100+/mo
Latin Quarter (5th)
Student quarter near Sorbonne. Bookshops, historic universities, and charming cafes.
10 min metro€2,000+/mo
Champs-Élysées (8th)
Prestigious avenue with luxury shopping, hotels, and business headquarters.
5 min metro€2,100+/mo
Bastille (11th)
Lively nightlife district. Bars, clubs, and the famous opera house. Popular with young professionals.
10 min metro€1,700+/mo
Montmartre (18th)
Artistic hilltop village. Sacré-Cœur, street artists, and bohemian charm.
15 min metro€1,600+/mo

Work Visa

Talent Passport for skilled workers. Employer must prove no local candidates.

Processing: 2-4 months

Relocation Costs

Deposit capped at 1 month unfurnished. Need guarantor (garant) or Garantme service. Strict tenant requirements.

Typical deposit: 1 months rent

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Data last updated: January 2026View methodology

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