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Chartres vs Paris

France vs France · 78 km apart

Chartres

France

€890 ($968)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Paris

France

€1,333 ($1,448)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseChartresParisCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.05$13.07Chartres
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$36.18$52.26Chartres
Cappuccino$2.71$3.92Chartres
Monthly groceries (single person)$205$296Chartres
Monthly public transport pass$33.17$47.91Chartres
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$87.44$126Chartres
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$25.33$36.58Chartres
Fitness club membership$25.33$36.58Chartres
Cinema ticket$6.63$9.58Chartres
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$524$830Chartres
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$365$577Chartres
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,094$1,732Chartres
Total single-person budget$968$1,448Chartres
Average net salary$2,745$3,965

Verdict

Chartres is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chartres runs about $968 versus $1,448 in Paris — a difference of roughly 50%.

Salary-adjusted, Paris 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 Chartres  ·  Full cost of living in Paris

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chartres cheaper than Paris?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $968 per month in Chartres versus $1,448 in Paris — about 50% less.
How far is Chartres from Paris?
The straight-line distance between Chartres and Paris is approximately 78 km (49 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Chartres or Paris?
The estimated average net salary is $2,745 in Chartres and $3,965 in Paris. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,777 in Chartres versus $2,517 in Paris per month.