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Pau vs Lille

France vs France · 855 km apart

Pau

France

€999 ($1,086)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Lille

France

€1,154 ($1,254)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Pau	Lille	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$10.05	$11.46	Pau
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$40.20	$45.83	Pau
Cappuccino	$3.02	$3.44	Pau
Monthly groceries (single person)	$228	$260	Pau
Monthly public transport pass	$36.85	$42.01	Pau
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$97.15	$111	Pau
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$28.14	$32.08	Pau
Fitness club membership	$28.14	$32.08	Pau
Cinema ticket	$7.37	$8.40	Pau
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$598	$704	Pau
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$416	$490	Pau
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,248	$1,470	Pau
Total single-person budget	$1,086	$1,254	Pau
Average net salary	$3,050	$3,477

Verdict

Pau is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pau runs about $1,086 versus $1,254 in Lille — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Lille 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 Pau · Full cost of living in Lille

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pau cheaper than Lille?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,086 per month in Pau versus $1,254 in Lille — about 15% less.

How far is Pau from Lille?

The straight-line distance between Pau and Lille is approximately 855 km (532 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Pau or Lille?

The estimated average net salary is $3,050 in Pau and $3,477 in Lille. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,964 in Pau versus $2,223 in Lille per month.