Montpellier
France, Europe
0.3M people
Europe/Paris
French
City Break
Student City
Montpellier
A vibrant university city in southern France, known for its Mediterranean climate, historic center, and lively cultural scene.
Culture & History
Outdoor Activities
Safety
85
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
25°
L: 10°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
700mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
70
Rent Index
Expensive
80
Groceries
Very Expensive
75
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$800
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Excellent
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
60
Good
Average60
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 75/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 90/100
Entertainment
85/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$3K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
35h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
15
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
82
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent96
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 85/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 15/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
82
Years
HOSPITALS
15
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$40
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
75
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
90
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport (MPL)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
75
Good
Good75
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$40
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$800
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
88
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
85
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Montpellier
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
95
Excellent95
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
75
Good75
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
90
Excellent90
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
85
Excellent85
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
88
Excellent88
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Moderate
60
Average60
Language Barrier
Low
20
Bad20
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
78
Good78
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure85/100
Visa Process70/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$2,800
Work Hours/Week
35h
Internet Cost
$30/month
Visa Info
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Business Freedom80/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease78/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 20/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency60/100
Cultural Diversity75/100
Official Languages
French
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service.
Weekend Culture
Lively markets, outdoor events, and relaxed atmosphere.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
Languages
French
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service.
Weekend Culture
Lively markets, outdoor events, and relaxed atmosphere.
Best Time to Visit
April
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Check French visa requirements based on your nationality.
Key Statistics
0.3M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$0.8K
1BR Rent
75
Transport
$3K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Montpellier
Nearby location
Airports
Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport (MPL)
Nearby location
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