Cost of Living & Prices:
France vs. China
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. China - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.88 times more for grocery shopping in France than in China.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.97 EUR (3.4 USD) in France and 2.11 EUR (2.42 USD) in China. The price of this product is 29% lower in China.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.12 EUR (2.43 USD) in France and 1.57 EUR (1.8 USD) in China. The price of this product is 25.9% lower in China.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 17.15 EUR (19.66 USD) in France and 9.47 EUR (10.85 USD) in China. The price of this product is 44.8% lower in China.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 8 EUR (9.17 USD) in France and 9.49 EUR (10.87 USD) in China. The price of this product is 15.7% lower in France.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.74 EUR (14.6 USD) in France and 2.8 EUR (3.2 USD) in China. The price of this product is 78% lower in China.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 13 EUR (14.9 USD) in France and 2.53 EUR (2.9 USD) in China. The price of this product is 80.5% lower in China.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.39 EUR (2.74 USD) in France and 0.74 EUR (0.85 USD) in China. The price of this product is 69% lower in China.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 4.64 EUR (5.32 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 1.51 EUR (1.73 USD) in China. The price of this product is 67.5% lower in China.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.54 EUR (4.06 USD) in France and 1.45 EUR (1.66 USD) in China. The price of this product is 59% lower in China.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 15.26 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 10.78 EUR (12.36 USD) in China. The price of this product is 29.4% lower in China.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.63 EUR (1.87 USD) in France and 0.6 EUR (0.69 USD) in China. The price of this product is 63.2% lower in China.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.72 EUR (1.97 USD) in France and 1.61 EUR (1.84 USD) in China. The price of this product is 6.4% lower in China.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 22.83 EUR (26.17 USD) in France and 14.34 EUR (16.43 USD) in China. The price of this product is 37.2% lower in China.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.36 EUR (1.56 USD) in France and 1.93 EUR (2.21 USD) in China. The price of this product is 29.5% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.59 EUR (2.97 USD) in France and 1.03 EUR (1.18 USD) in China. The price of this product is 60.2% lower in China.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3 EUR (3.44 USD) in France and 1.61 EUR (1.85 USD) in China. The price of this product is 46.3% lower in China.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.24 EUR (2.57 USD) in France and 0.72 EUR (0.82 USD) in China. The price of this product is 67.9% lower in China.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.64 EUR (3.03 USD) in France and 0.97 EUR (1.11 USD) in China. The price of this product is 63.3% lower in China.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 14.38 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 6.54 EUR (7.5 USD) in China. The price of this product is 54.5% lower in China.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.42 EUR (3.92 USD) in France and 1.31 EUR (1.5 USD) in China. The price of this product is 61.7% lower in China.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.71 EUR (0.81 USD) in France and 0.55 EUR (0.63 USD) in China. The price of this product is 22.5% lower in China.
Restaurant
France vs. China - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.35 times more for meals in restaurants in France than in China.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 4.09 EUR (4.69 USD) in France and 3.2 EUR (3.67 USD) in China. The price of this product is 21.8% lower in China.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 3.5 EUR (4.01 USD) in France and 0.53 EUR (0.61 USD) in China. The price of this product is 84.9% lower in China.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 7 EUR (8.02 USD) in France and 1.26 EUR (1.45 USD) in China. The price of this product is 82% lower in China.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 7 EUR (8.02 USD) in France and 2.53 EUR (2.9 USD) in China. The price of this product is 63.9% lower in China.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 12 EUR (13.76 USD) in France and 5.06 EUR (5.8 USD) in China. The price of this product is 57.8% lower in China.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 65 EUR (74.51 USD) in France and 32.25 EUR (36.97 USD) in China. The price of this product is 50.4% lower in China.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (17.2 USD) in France and 4.43 EUR (5.07 USD) in China. The price of this product is 70.5% lower in China.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.88 EUR (3.3 USD) in France and 0.33 EUR (0.37 USD) in China. The price of this product is 88.5% lower in China.
Fuel
France vs. China - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.9 times more for fuel in France than in China.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.69 EUR (1.94 USD) in France and 0.85 EUR (0.98 USD) in China. The price of this product is 49.7% lower in China.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.75 EUR (2.01 USD) in France and 0.96 EUR (1.11 USD) in China. The price of this product is 45.1% lower in China.
LPG 1L
Transportation
France vs. China - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 3.55 times more for transportation in France than in China.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 88.4 EUR (101.34 USD) in France and 31.62 EUR (36.25 USD) in China. The price of this product is 64.2% lower in China.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.5 EUR (2.87 USD) in France and 0.38 EUR (0.43 USD) in China. The price of this product is 84.8% lower in China.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 48 EUR (55.02 USD) in France and 7.59 EUR (8.7 USD) in China. The price of this product is 84.2% lower in China.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2 EUR (2.29 USD) in France and 0.38 EUR (0.43 USD) in China. The price of this product is 81% lower in China.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 8 EUR (9.17 USD) in France and 2.02 EUR (2.32 USD) in China. The price of this product is 74.8% lower in China.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. China - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 14 EUR (16.05 USD) in France and 7.59 EUR (8.7 USD) in China. The price of this product is 45.8% lower in China.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 34.63 EUR (39.7 USD) in France and 42.89 EUR (49.17 USD) in China. The price of this product is 19.3% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.6 EUR (19.03 USD) in France and 18.14 EUR (20.8 USD) in China. The price of this product is 8.5% lower in France.
Flats for rent
France vs. China - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.67 times more for renting an apartment in France than in China.
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 1482 EUR (1699.03 USD) in France and 869.21 EUR (996.42 USD) in China. The price of this product is 41.3% lower in China.
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 1044 EUR (1196.35 USD) in France and 501.88 EUR (575.34 USD) in China. The price of this product is 51.9% lower in China.
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 3146 EUR (3606.59 USD) in France and 2185 EUR (2505.26 USD) in China. The price of this product is 30.5% lower in China.
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 2095 EUR (2402.12 USD) in France and 1082 EUR (1240.86 USD) in China. The price of this product is 48.4% lower in China.
Flats for sale
France vs. China - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.02 times more for buying an apartment in France than in China.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 12282 EUR (14079.24 USD) in France and 13393 EUR (15353.36 USD) in China. The price of this product is 8.3% 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 8404 EUR (9634.33 USD) in France and 6881 EUR (7887.94 USD) in China. The price of this product is 18.1% lower in China.
Salary
France vs. China - average salary. The average salary in France is 2.24 times higher than in China.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3115 EUR (3571.38 USD) in France and 1393 EUR (1597.42 USD) in China. The average salary is 55.3% lower in China.
Hotels
France vs. China - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • France: 20 cities, 1104 hotels • China: 20 cities, 1752 hotels