Cost of Living & Prices:
France vs. India
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. India - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.46 times more for grocery shopping in France than in India.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.04 EUR (3.42 USD) in France and 1.32 EUR (1.48 USD) in India. The price of this product is 56.6% lower in India.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.03 EUR (2.28 USD) in France and 0.61 EUR (0.69 USD) in India. The price of this product is 70% lower in India.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9 EUR (10.11 USD) in France and 8.85 EUR (9.95 USD) in India. The price of this product is 1.7% lower in India.
Buffalo Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.9 EUR (14.5 USD) in France and 3.17 EUR (3.56 USD) in India. The price of this product is 75.4% lower in India.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 10.5 EUR (11.8 USD) in France and 3.54 EUR (3.98 USD) in India. The price of this product is 66.3% lower in India.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.06 EUR (2.31 USD) in France and 1.35 EUR (1.51 USD) in India. The price of this product is 34.5% lower in India.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.52 EUR (3.96 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 0.85 EUR (0.95 USD) in India. The price of this product is 75.9% lower in India.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.06 EUR (3.44 USD) in France and 2.21 EUR (2.48 USD) in India. The price of this product is 27.8% lower in India.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 15.56 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 30.35 EUR (34.1 USD) in India. The price of this product is 48.7% lower in France.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.47 EUR (1.65 USD) in France and 0.58 EUR (0.65 USD) in India. The price of this product is 60.5% lower in India.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.96 EUR (2.2 USD) in France and 0.44 EUR (0.49 USD) in India. The price of this product is 77.6% lower in India.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 16.67 EUR (18.73 USD) in France and 3.46 EUR (3.88 USD) in India. The price of this product is 79.2% lower in India.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.15 EUR (1.29 USD) in France and 0.63 EUR (0.7 USD) in India. The price of this product is 45.2% lower in India.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.15 EUR (2.42 USD) in France and 0.35 EUR (0.39 USD) in India. The price of this product is 83.7% lower in India.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.83 EUR (3.18 USD) in France and 0.81 EUR (0.91 USD) in India. The price of this product is 71.4% lower in India.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.16 EUR (2.43 USD) in France and 0.3 EUR (0.33 USD) in India. The price of this product is 86.1% lower in India.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.2 EUR (2.47 USD) in France and 0.72 EUR (0.8 USD) in India. The price of this product is 67.3% lower in India.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 14.68 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 15.9 EUR (17.87 USD) in India. The price of this product is 7.7% lower in France.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.66 EUR (4.11 USD) in France and 0.46 EUR (0.52 USD) in India. The price of this product is 87.4% lower in India.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.83 EUR (0.93 USD) in France and 0.3 EUR (0.34 USD) in India. The price of this product is 63.9% lower in India.
Restaurant
France vs. India - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 3.22 times more for meals in restaurants in France than in India.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.64 EUR (4.09 USD) in France and 1.52 EUR (1.71 USD) in India. The price of this product is 58.2% lower in India.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.93 EUR (3.29 USD) in France and 0.41 EUR (0.47 USD) in India. The price of this product is 86% lower in India.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 6.5 EUR (7.3 USD) in France and 1.56 EUR (1.76 USD) in India. The price of this product is 76% lower in India.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6 EUR (6.74 USD) in France and 3.12 EUR (3.51 USD) in India. The price of this product is 48% lower in India.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10 EUR (11.24 USD) in France and 3.65 EUR (4.1 USD) in India. The price of this product is 63.5% lower in India.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 60 EUR (67.42 USD) in France and 18.75 EUR (21.07 USD) in India. The price of this product is 68.8% lower in India.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (16.86 USD) in France and 3.91 EUR (4.39 USD) in India. The price of this product is 73.9% lower in India.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.42 EUR (2.72 USD) in France and 0.18 EUR (0.2 USD) in India. The price of this product is 92.6% lower in India.
Fuel
France vs. India - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.57 times more for fuel in France than in India.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.55 EUR (1.75 USD) in France and 0.96 EUR (1.08 USD) in India. The price of this product is 38.1% lower in India.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.65 EUR (1.85 USD) in France and 1.07 EUR (1.2 USD) in India. The price of this product is 35.2% lower in India.
LPG 1L
A liter of autogas costs 0.98 EUR (1.1 USD) in France and 0.64 EUR (0.72 USD) in India. The price of this product is 34.7% lower in India.
Transportation
France vs. India - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 12.65 times more for transportation in France than in India.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 84 EUR (94.39 USD) in France and 8.69 EUR (9.77 USD) in India. The price of this product is 89.7% lower in India.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2 EUR (2.25 USD) in France and 0.42 EUR (0.47 USD) in India. The price of this product is 79% lower in India.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 45 EUR (50.57 USD) in France and 1.04 EUR (1.17 USD) in India. The price of this product is 97.7% lower in India.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.65 EUR (1.85 USD) in France and 0.21 EUR (0.23 USD) in India. The price of this product is 87.3% lower in India.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5 EUR (5.62 USD) in France and 0.52 EUR (0.59 USD) in India. The price of this product is 89.6% lower in India.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. India - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 13 EUR (14.61 USD) in France and 4.17 EUR (4.68 USD) in India. The price of this product is 67.9% lower in India.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 36.44 EUR (40.95 USD) in France and 18.14 EUR (20.38 USD) in India. The price of this product is 50.2% lower in India.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.12 EUR (18.11 USD) in France and 6.91 EUR (7.76 USD) in India. The price of this product is 57.1% lower in India.
Flats for rent
France vs. India - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 6.41 times more for renting an apartment in France than in India.
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 (1437.85 USD) in France and 198.26 EUR (222.78 USD) in India. The price of this product is 84.5% lower in India.
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 (1074.45 USD) in France and 117.68 EUR (132.24 USD) in India. The price of this product is 87.7% lower in India.
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 (3239.13 USD) in France and 501.39 EUR (563.41 USD) in India. The price of this product is 82.6% lower in India.
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 (2144.25 USD) in France and 279.14 EUR (313.66 USD) in India. The price of this product is 85.4% lower in India.
Flats for sale
France vs. India - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 7.18 times more for buying an apartment in France than in India.
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 (13873.05 USD) in France and 2116 EUR (2377.83 USD) in India. The price of this product is 82.9% lower in India.
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 (9791.54 USD) in France and 815.42 EUR (916.27 USD) in India. The price of this product is 90.6% lower in India.
Salary
France vs. India - average salary. The average salary in France is 5.27 times higher than in India.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2673 EUR (3003.4 USD) in France and 507.33 EUR (570.08 USD) in India. The average salary is 81% lower in India.
Hotels
France vs. India - 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 • India: 20 cities, 2405 hotels