Montpellier
France
Updated on August 24, 2025
Overview
Montpellier is a vibrant university city in southern France, capital of the Hérault department in the Occitanie region. With over 290,000 inhabitants, it is known for its prestigious university, modern tram system, architecture that blends historic with contemporary styles, and proximity to the Mediterranean Sea.
Average cost of living€2,098.00
Quality of Life78/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€750.00
1-bed flat (outside)€620.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,400.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,150.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€120.00
Internet€28.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.60
Monthly pass€55.00
Taxi start€2.80
Gasoline (1 l)€1.65
Leisure
Cinema ticket€11.50
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€180.00
Intl. primary (year)€450.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,200.00
sqm outside center€3,200.00
Advantages
- ✓ Excellent public transport system with modern tram
- ✓ University city with young and dynamic atmosphere
- ✓ Proximity to Mediterranean Sea (12 km from coast)
- ✓ Mediterranean climate with over 300 sunny days per year
- ✓ Rich cultural and nightlife scene
- ✓ Well-integrated historic and modern architecture
- ✓ Good healthcare and educational services
Disadvantages
- × Relatively high cost of living for France
- × Very competitive real estate market
- × Can be very hot in summer
- × Congested traffic in city center
- × Tourist pricing during high season
- × Limited job opportunities outside university sector
- × Strong winds (tramontana) at certain times