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Cost of Living in Montpellier
Monthly Total
$2,416
$42,280
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$871
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$52
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$871
$15,243
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$221
$3,868
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$186
$3,255
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$420
$7,350
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$261
$4,568
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$219
$3,833
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$35
$613
Monthly Total
$2,416
$42,280
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