Cost of Living in Marseille, France
Marseille is a city in France, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,800 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $888 per month, or $672 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 346 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Marseille scores 58/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 88°F and winter highs around 55°F, with roughly 276 sunny days a year.
Marseille Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Marseille
How Marseille Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Marseille ranks in the top 2% for internet speed, but sits in the bottom 23% for air quality. It costs more than 56% of them.
| Metric | Marseille | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,800 | #193 of 340 | #39 of 91 |
| Safety | 58/100 | #195 of 340 | #89 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 78/100 | #100 of 340 | #21 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 346 Mbps | #5 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
| Walkability | 72/100 | #76 of 340 | #54 of 91 |
| Public transit | 72/100 | #53 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Food scene | 78/100 | #121 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Air quality | 72/100 | #265 of 340 | #80 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Marseille
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Marseille.
- Zagreb, Croatia — $1,440/mo, 20% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Sofia, Bulgaria — $1,387/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 74/100
- Antalya, Turkey — $1,075/mo, 40% cheaper, safety 72/100
- Granada, Spain — $1,476/mo, 18% cheaper, safety 78/100
Marseille FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Marseille?
A single person should budget around $1,800 per month in Marseille, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Marseille?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Marseille averages $888 per month, dropping to about $672 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,622.
Is Marseille safe?
Marseille scores 58/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 55/100.
How fast is the internet in Marseille?
Median download speeds in Marseille are around 346 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 40 coworking spaces in the city.
Does France offer a digital nomad visa?
France does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Marseille?
Marseille sees summer highs around 88°F and winter highs near 55°F, with about 276 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 54 days.
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