Paris, France

Cost of Living in Paris, France

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Paris costs approximately $2,329 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $1,586. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Paris is a city in France, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,329 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,586 per month, or $1,165 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 346 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Paris scores 58/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 77°F and winter highs around 47°F, with roughly 266 sunny days a year.

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Monthly Cost$2,329≈ $78/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$1,586
Internet346 Mbps
Safety58/100
Avg Temp62°F

Paris Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$17.67
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$82.45
McDonald's Combo Meal$14.13
Cappuccino$5.18
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$8.24
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$2.89

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.60
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.85
Eggs (12)$5.30
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$7.68
Apples (1 lb)$1.54
Bananas (1 lb)$1.12
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.81
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.02
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.84
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$9.42
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$15.31

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$2.94
Monthly Transit Pass$104.83
Taxi Start$9.42
Taxi (1 Mile)$2.84
Gasoline (1 Liter)$2.14
VW Golf (New)$36,395.76

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$271.41
Mobile Phone Plan$16.57
Broadband Internet$33.89

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$44.90
Cinema Ticket$16.49
Preschool (Monthly)$1,454.18
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$23,455.47

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$117.73
Nike Running Shoes$122.44

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$1,585.62
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$1,165.31
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$3,558.48
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$2,394.97
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$1,361.01
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$912.30

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$4,051.28
Mortgage Interest Rate3.28%

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Paris

Internet346 Mbps
Safety58/100
Healthcare77/100
Public Transit90/100
Walkability90/100
Nightlife85/100
Food Scene94/100
Fine Dining95/100
Coffee Culture88/100
Air Quality88/100
Green Spaces75/100
Culture98/100
Beaches55/100
Hiking65/100
Surfing0/100
Coworking Spaces110
US Visa-Free90 days

Neighborhoods in Paris

Le Marais · Montmartre · Saint-Germain · Bastille · Belleville

Communities & Expat Groups

Digital Nomads Paris

Paris FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

A single person should budget around $2,329 per month in Paris, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.

How much is rent in Paris?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Paris averages $1,586 per month, dropping to about $1,165 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $3,558.

Is Paris safe?

Paris scores 58/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 62/100.

How fast is the internet in Paris?

Median download speeds in Paris are around 346 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 110 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 Paris?

Paris sees summer highs around 77°F and winter highs near 47°F, with about 266 sunny days and 141 rainy days per year.

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