Cost of Living & Prices:
France vs. Italy
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. Italy - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.28 times more for grocery shopping in France than in Italy.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.04 EUR (3.26 USD) in France and 2.28 EUR (2.44 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 25% lower in Italy.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.03 EUR (2.18 USD) in France and 1.84 EUR (1.97 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 9.4% lower in Italy.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 22.24 EUR (23.83 USD) in France and 15.45 EUR (16.56 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 30.5% lower in Italy.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9 EUR (9.64 USD) in France and 6 EUR (6.43 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 33.3% lower in Italy.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.9 EUR (13.82 USD) in France and 9.61 EUR (10.3 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 25.5% lower in Italy.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 10.5 EUR (11.25 USD) in France and 6 EUR (6.43 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 42.9% lower in Italy.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.06 EUR (2.21 USD) in France and 1.48 EUR (1.59 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 28.2% lower in Italy.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.52 EUR (3.77 USD) for 12 eggs in France and 3.25 EUR (3.48 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 7.7% lower in Italy.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.06 EUR (3.28 USD) in France and 2.2 EUR (2.36 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 28.1% lower in Italy.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 16.32 EUR (17.49 USD) in France and 13.13 EUR (14.07 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 19.5% lower in Italy.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.47 EUR (1.58 USD) in France and 1.13 EUR (1.21 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 23.1% lower in Italy.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 1.96 EUR (2.1 USD) in France and 1.59 EUR (1.7 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 18.9% lower in Italy.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 16.67 EUR (17.86 USD) in France and 15.18 EUR (16.27 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 8.9% lower in Italy.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.15 EUR (1.23 USD) in France and 1.6 EUR (1.71 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 28.1% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.15 EUR (2.3 USD) in France and 1.57 EUR (1.68 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 27% lower in Italy.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.83 EUR (3.03 USD) in France and 2.25 EUR (2.41 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 20.5% lower in Italy.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.16 EUR (2.31 USD) in France and 1.58 EUR (1.69 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 26.9% lower in Italy.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.2 EUR (2.36 USD) in France and 2.2 EUR (2.36 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 0% lower in Italy.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 15.39 EUR (16.49 USD) in France and 14.06 EUR (15.07 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 8.6% lower in Italy.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.66 EUR (3.92 USD) in France and 2.66 EUR (2.85 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 27.3% lower in Italy.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.83 EUR (0.89 USD) in France and 0.51 EUR (0.55 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 38.6% lower in Italy.
Restaurant
France vs. Italy - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.02 times less for meals in restaurants in France than in Italy.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.64 EUR (3.9 USD) in France and 1.48 EUR (1.59 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 59.3% lower in Italy.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.93 EUR (3.14 USD) in France and 2.04 EUR (2.19 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 30.4% lower in Italy.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 6.5 EUR (6.97 USD) in France and 5 EUR (5.36 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 23.1% lower in Italy.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6 EUR (6.43 USD) in France and 5 EUR (5.36 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 16.7% lower in Italy.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10 EUR (10.72 USD) in France and 9 EUR (9.64 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 10% lower in Italy.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 60 EUR (64.29 USD) in France and 70 EUR (75.01 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 14.3% lower in France.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15 EUR (16.07 USD) in France and 15 EUR (16.07 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 0% lower in Italy.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.42 EUR (2.59 USD) in France and 1.11 EUR (1.19 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 54.1% lower in Italy.
Fuel
France vs. Italy - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.05 times more for fuel in France than in Italy.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.8 EUR (1.92 USD) in France and 1.82 EUR (1.95 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 1.1% lower in France.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.81 EUR (1.94 USD) in France and 1.85 EUR (1.99 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 2.2% lower in France.
LPG 1L
A liter of autogas costs 0.99 EUR (1.06 USD) in France and 0.71 EUR (0.76 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 28.3% lower in Italy.
Transportation
France vs. Italy - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.92 times more for transportation in France than in Italy.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 84 EUR (90.01 USD) in France and 35 EUR (37.5 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 58.3% lower in Italy.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2 EUR (2.14 USD) in France and 1.5 EUR (1.61 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 25% lower in Italy.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 45 EUR (48.22 USD) in France and 30 EUR (32.15 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 33.3% lower in Italy.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.65 EUR (1.77 USD) in France and 1.17 EUR (1.25 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 29.1% lower in Italy.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5 EUR (5.36 USD) in France and 4 EUR (4.29 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 20% lower in Italy.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. Italy - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 13 EUR (13.93 USD) in France and 9 EUR (9.64 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 30.8% lower in Italy.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 36.44 EUR (39.05 USD) in France and 51.18 EUR (54.84 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 28.8% 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 (17.27 USD) in France and 17.5 EUR (18.75 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 7.9% lower in France.
Flats for rent
France vs. Italy - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 1.37 times more for renting an apartment in France than in Italy.
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 (1371.14 USD) in France and 1005 EUR (1076.91 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 21.5% lower in Italy.
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 (1024.6 USD) in France and 704.05 EUR (754.42 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 26.4% lower in Italy.
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 (3088.86 USD) in France and 2122 EUR (2273.7 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 26.4% lower in Italy.
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 (2044.77 USD) in France and 1307 EUR (1400.67 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 31.5% lower in Italy.
Flats for sale
France vs. Italy - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.04 times more for buying an apartment in France than in Italy.
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 (13229.46 USD) in France and 6932 EUR (7427.79 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 43.9% lower in Italy.
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 (9337.29 USD) in France and 3411 EUR (3655.52 USD) in Italy. The price of this product is 60.9% lower in Italy.
Salary
France vs. Italy - average salary. The average salary in France is 1.69 times higher than in Italy.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2673 EUR (2864.07 USD) in France and 1584 EUR (1697.23 USD) in Italy. The average salary is 40.7% lower in Italy.
Hotels
France vs. Italy - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 29 Jun 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 13 Jul 2024) • France: 20 cities, 1073 hotels • Italy: 20 cities, 1199 hotels