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Arles vs Bordeaux

France vs France · 434 km apart

Arles

France

€999 ($1,086)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bordeaux

France

€1,065 ($1,158)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseArlesBordeauxCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.05$10.65Arles
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.20$42.61Arles
Cappuccino$3.02$3.20Arles
Monthly groceries (single person)$228$241Arles
Monthly public transport pass$36.85$39.06Arles
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$97.15$103Arles
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.14$29.83Arles
Fitness club membership$28.14$29.83Arles
Cinema ticket$7.37$7.81Arles
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$598$643Arles
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$416$447Arles
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,248$1,342Arles
Total single-person budget$1,086$1,158Arles
Average net salary$3,050$3,233

Verdict

Arles is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Arles runs about $1,086 versus $1,158 in Bordeaux — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Bordeaux leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Arles  ·  Full cost of living in Bordeaux

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arles cheaper than Bordeaux?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,086 per month in Arles versus $1,158 in Bordeaux — about 7% less.
How far is Arles from Bordeaux?
The straight-line distance between Arles and Bordeaux is approximately 434 km (270 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Arles or Bordeaux?
The estimated average net salary is $3,050 in Arles and $3,233 in Bordeaux. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,964 in Arles versus $2,075 in Bordeaux per month.