Cost of Living & Prices:
France vs. Australia
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
France vs. Australia - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.22 times less for grocery shopping in France than in Australia.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.04 EUR (3.3 USD) in France and 2.91 EUR (3.16 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 4.3% lower in Australia.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.03 EUR (2.2 USD) in France and 2.33 EUR (2.52 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 12.9% lower in France.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 22.24 EUR (24.14 USD) in France and 13.75 EUR (14.93 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 38.2% lower in Australia.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9 EUR (9.77 USD) in France and 11.66 EUR (12.66 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 22.8% lower in France.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.9 EUR (14 USD) in France and 7.79 EUR (8.46 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 39.6% lower in Australia.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 10.5 EUR (11.4 USD) in France and 25.34 EUR (27.51 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 58.6% lower in France.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.06 EUR (2.24 USD) in France and 4.25 EUR (4.61 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 51.5% lower in France.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.52 EUR (3.82 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 3.66 EUR (3.98 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 3.8% lower in France.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.06 EUR (3.32 USD) in France and 4.6 EUR (5 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 33.5% lower in France.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 16.11 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 32.49 EUR (35.27 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 50.4% lower in France.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.47 EUR (1.6 USD) in France and 2.56 EUR (2.78 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 42.6% lower in France.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.96 EUR (2.13 USD) in France and 2.28 EUR (2.48 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 14% lower in France.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 16.67 EUR (18.1 USD) in France and 8.55 EUR (9.28 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 48.7% lower in Australia.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.15 EUR (1.25 USD) in France and 1.45 EUR (1.58 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 20.7% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.15 EUR (2.33 USD) in France and 2.04 EUR (2.21 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 5.1% lower in Australia.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.83 EUR (3.07 USD) in France and 2.47 EUR (2.68 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 12.7% lower in Australia.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.16 EUR (2.35 USD) in France and 2.33 EUR (2.53 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 7.3% lower in France.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.2 EUR (2.39 USD) in France and 1.98 EUR (2.15 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 10% lower in Australia.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 15.19 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 26.03 EUR (28.26 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 41.6% lower in France.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.66 EUR (3.97 USD) in France and 4.89 EUR (5.31 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 25.2% lower in France.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.83 EUR (0.9 USD) in France and 1.47 EUR (1.59 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 43.5% lower in France.
Restaurant
France vs. Australia - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.22 times less for meals in restaurants in France than in Australia.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.64 EUR (3.95 USD) in France and 2.9 EUR (3.15 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 20.3% lower in Australia.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.93 EUR (3.18 USD) in France and 2.14 EUR (2.32 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 27% lower in Australia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 6.5 EUR (7.06 USD) in France and 6.14 EUR (6.66 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 5.5% lower in Australia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6 EUR (6.51 USD) in France and 6.14 EUR (6.66 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 2.3% lower in France.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10 EUR (10.86 USD) in France and 9.2 EUR (9.99 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 8% lower in Australia.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 60 EUR (65.14 USD) in France and 85.91 EUR (93.27 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 30.2% lower in France.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (16.28 USD) in France and 15.34 EUR (16.65 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 2.2% lower in France.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.42 EUR (2.63 USD) in France and 1.96 EUR (2.13 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 19% lower in Australia.
Fuel
France vs. Australia - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.77 times more for fuel in France than in Australia.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.77 EUR (1.92 USD) in France and 1.09 EUR (1.18 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 38.4% lower in Australia.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.78 EUR (1.94 USD) in France and 1.06 EUR (1.15 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 40.4% lower in Australia.
LPG 1L
A liter of autogas costs 0.98 EUR (1.06 USD) in France and 0.41 EUR (0.44 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 58.2% lower in Australia.
Transportation
France vs. Australia - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.29 times less for transportation in France than in Australia.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 84 EUR (91.19 USD) in France and 133.4 EUR (144.83 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 37% lower in France.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2 EUR (2.17 USD) in France and 3.07 EUR (3.33 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 34.9% lower in France.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 45 EUR (48.85 USD) in France and 36.82 EUR (39.97 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 18.2% lower in Australia.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.65 EUR (1.79 USD) in France and 1.72 EUR (1.87 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 4.1% lower in France.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5 EUR (5.43 USD) in France and 3.07 EUR (3.33 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 38.6% lower in Australia.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. Australia - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 13 EUR (14.11 USD) in France and 14.73 EUR (15.99 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 11.7% lower in France.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 36.44 EUR (39.56 USD) in France and 55.13 EUR (59.85 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 33.9% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.12 EUR (17.5 USD) in France and 15.87 EUR (17.23 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 1.6% lower in Australia.
Flats for rent
France vs. Australia - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.27 times less for renting an apartment in France than in Australia.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1280 EUR (1389.19 USD) in France and 1767 EUR (1918.24 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 27.6% lower in France.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 956.19 EUR (1038.09 USD) in France and 1276 EUR (1385.14 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 25.1% lower in France.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2883 EUR (3129.51 USD) in France and 3657 EUR (3969.71 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in France.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1908 EUR (2071.68 USD) in France and 2238 EUR (2430.07 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 14.7% lower in France.
Flats for sale
France vs. Australia - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.01 times less for buying an apartment in France than in Australia.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 12346 EUR (13403.55 USD) in France and 13068 EUR (14186.99 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 5.5% lower in France.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 8714 EUR (9460.16 USD) in France and 8143 EUR (8840.07 USD) in Australia. The price of this product is 6.6% lower in Australia.
Salary
France vs. Australia - average salary. The average salary in France is 1.45 times lower than in Australia.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2673 EUR (2901.76 USD) in France and 3867 EUR (4198.01 USD) in Australia. The average salary is 30.9% lower in France.
Hotels
France vs. Australia - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 1 Jun 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 15 Jun 2024) • France: 20 cities, 1083 hotels • Australia: 20 cities, 453 hotels