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Rouen vs Bordeaux

France vs France · 528 km apart

Rouen

France

€1,065 ($1,158)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bordeaux

France

€1,065 ($1,158)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseRouenBordeauxCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.65$10.65Rouen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$42.61$42.61Rouen
Cappuccino$3.20$3.20Rouen
Monthly groceries (single person)$241$241Rouen
Monthly public transport pass$39.06$39.06Rouen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$103$103Rouen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$29.83$29.83Rouen
Fitness club membership$29.83$29.83Rouen
Cinema ticket$7.81$7.81Rouen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$643$643Rouen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$447$447Rouen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,342$1,342Rouen
Total single-person budget$1,158$1,158Rouen
Average net salary$3,233$3,233

Verdict

Rouen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rouen runs about $1,158 versus $1,158 in Bordeaux — a difference of roughly 0%.

Salary-adjusted, Rouen 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 Rouen  ·  Full cost of living in Bordeaux

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rouen cheaper than Bordeaux?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,158 per month in Rouen versus $1,158 in Bordeaux — about 0% less.
How far is Rouen from Bordeaux?
The straight-line distance between Rouen and Bordeaux is approximately 528 km (328 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Rouen or Bordeaux?
The estimated average net salary is $3,233 in Rouen and $3,233 in Bordeaux. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,075 in Rouen versus $2,075 in Bordeaux per month.