Cost of Living & Prices:
France vs. United States
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. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.29 times less for grocery shopping in France than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.16 USD in France and 5.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 45.9% lower in France.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.11 USD in France and 2.39 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 11.7% lower in France.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 23.14 USD in France and 20.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 9.3% lower in the United States.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9.37 USD in France and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 47.9% lower in France.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 13.42 USD in France and 17.42 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 23% lower in France.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 10.93 USD in France and 16 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 31.7% lower in France.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.14 USD in France and 3.21 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 33.3% lower in France.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 3.66 USD for 12 eggs in France and 4.74 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 22.8% lower in France.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.18 USD in France and 3.93 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 19.1% lower in France.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 17.49 USD in France and 24.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 30% lower in France.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 1.53 USD in France and 2.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 46.1% lower in France.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.04 USD in France and 4.27 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 52.2% lower in France.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 17.35 USD in France and 16.71 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 3.7% lower in the United States.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.2 USD in France and 1.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 4% lower in France.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 2.24 USD in France and 3.9 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 42.6% lower in France.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 2.94 USD in France and 5.33 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 44.8% lower in France.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.25 USD in France and 4.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 47.2% lower in France.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.29 USD in France and 8.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 72.1% lower in France.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 16.49 USD in France and 8.98 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 45.5% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 3.81 USD in France and 6.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 39% lower in France.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.86 USD in France and 2.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 65.6% lower in France.
Restaurant
France vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.49 times less for meals in restaurants in France than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 3.79 USD in France and 5.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 27.4% lower in France.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 3.05 USD in France and 2.8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 8.2% lower in the United States.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 6.76 USD in France and 8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 15.5% lower in France.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 6.24 USD in France and 10 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.6% lower in France.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10.41 USD in France and 12 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 13.3% lower in France.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 62.43 USD in France and 100 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.6% lower in France.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 15.61 USD in France and 25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 37.6% lower in France.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.52 USD in France and 2.2 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 12.7% lower in the United States.
Fuel
France vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.93 times more for fuel in France than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.75 USD in France and 0.95 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 45.7% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.85 USD in France and 0.92 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 50.3% lower in the United States.
LPG 1L
Transportation
France vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.17 times less for transportation in France than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 87.41 USD in France and 129 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 32.2% lower in France.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.08 USD in France and 2.75 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 24.4% lower in France.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 46.83 USD in France and 30 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 35.9% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.72 USD in France and 1.86 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 7.5% lower in France.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5.2 USD in France and 4.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 13.5% lower in the United States.
Sports & entertainment
France vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 13.53 USD in France and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 24.8% lower in France.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 37.92 USD in France and 98.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 61.4% lower in France.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 16.77 USD in France and 38 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 55.9% lower in France.
Flats for rent
France vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.38 times less for renting an apartment in France than in the United States.
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 1332 USD in France and 3800 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 64.9% 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 994.99 USD in France and 2380 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 58.2% 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 3000 USD in France and 7094 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 57.7% 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 1986 USD in France and 4107 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 51.6% lower in France.
Flats for sale
France vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.07 times less for buying an apartment in France than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 12847 USD in France and 14278 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 10% 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 9067 USD in France and 9275 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 2.2% lower in France.
Salary
France vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in France is 2.16 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 2781 USD in France and 5997 USD in the United States. The average salary is 53.6% lower in France.
Hotels
France vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Five stars
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 • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels