France vs France · 126 km apart
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| Expense | Montpellier | Marseille | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $10.65 | $11.46 | Montpellier |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $42.61 | $45.83 | Montpellier |
| Cappuccino | $3.20 | $3.44 | Montpellier |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $241 | $260 | Montpellier |
| Monthly public transport pass | $39.06 | $42.01 | Montpellier |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $103 | $111 | Montpellier |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $29.83 | $32.08 | Montpellier |
| Fitness club membership | $29.83 | $32.08 | Montpellier |
| Cinema ticket | $7.81 | $8.40 | Montpellier |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $643 | $704 | Montpellier |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $447 | $490 | Montpellier |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,342 | $1,470 | Montpellier |
| Total single-person budget | $1,158 | $1,254 | Montpellier |
| Average net salary | $3,233 | $3,477 |
Montpellier is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Montpellier runs about $1,158 versus $1,254 in Marseille — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Marseille 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 Montpellier · Full cost of living in Marseille