Prices and Cost of Living in French Polynesia
French Overseas Territories
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in French Polynesia. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 457.35 PLN to 526.61 PLN
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 25 July 2025.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in French Polynesia. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 51.11 PLN to 70.68 PLN
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 71.54 PLN to 98.9 PLN
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 25 July 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in French Polynesia?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1435 XPF (51.11 PLN) to 1985 XPF (70.68 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 2009 XPF (71.54 PLN) to 2778 XPF (98.9 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 25 July 2025
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in French Polynesia
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in French Polynesia, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 20.30 PLN |
| Banana (1kg) | 8.90 PLN |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 99.70 PLN |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 89.02 PLN |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 61.42 PLN |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 44.33 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 10.49 PLN |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 25.87 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 17.21 PLN |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 14.24 PLN |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 10.33 PLN |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 142 PLN |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 5.39 PLN |
| Onion (1kg) | 9.79 PLN |
| Oranges (1kg) | 24.93 PLN |
| Potato (1kg) | 10.95 PLN |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 6.05 PLN |
| Tomato (1kg) | 28.66 PLN |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 4.42 PLN |
Food and beverage prices in French Polynesia
Popular food products found on store shelves in French Polynesia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 275 XPF (9.79 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 2800 XPF (99.7 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 170 XPF (6.05 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 290 XPF (10.33 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 250 XPF (8.9 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 570 XPF (20.3 PLN) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 124 XPF (4.42 PLN). Dairy prices in French Polynesia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 151 XPF (5.39 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 4000 XPF (142 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1725 XPF (61.42 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 727 XPF (25.87 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 805 XPF (28.66 PLN) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 16.28 PLN |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 9.13 PLN |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 17.80 PLN |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 17.80 PLN |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 45.67 PLN |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 303 PLN |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 58.12 PLN |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 7.84 PLN |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in French Polynesia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 457 XPF (16.28 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 256 XPF (9.13 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1283 XPF (45.67 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 8500 XPF (303 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1632 XPF (58.12 PLN).
Public Transportation Prices
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 7.12 PLN |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 35.61 PLN |
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 49.85 PLN |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 326 PLN |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 65.16 PLN |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 4 718 PLN |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 4 035 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 7 478 PLN |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 6 765 PLN |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in French Polynesia?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in French Polynesia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 113333 XPF (4035 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 132500 XPF (4718 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 916080 XPF (32619 PLN) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 32 619 PLN |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 28 538 PLN |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 6 616 PLN |
Hotel Prices in French Polynesia
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
• Prices of products and services in French Polynesia. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 07/2025, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
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