What are the prices in Paris?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Paris?
Dwight Wallace recently visited Paris and prepared this article about prices in Paris.Find out about average prices in Paris, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.Paris is a part of France.What currency is accepted in Paris?How much money can I bring into France?
What currency is used in Paris?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of France is Euro (EUR).
1€ (euro) is divided into 100 c (cent).There are 8 different coins: €1, €2, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, 1c, 2c.There are 7 different bank notes with the following values: €5, €10, €20, €50, €100, €200, €500.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: €500, €200.The current exchange rate of Euro (EUR) is: $1 USD = 0.92 EUR. (Data updated: today)Less popular banknotes are: €200, €500.
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 0.92EUR Euro (EUR)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 1.17EUR Euro (EUR)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.01EUR Euro (EUR)
Is Paris an expensive city?
Average prices in Paris are higher than in United States.If you do your shopping in Paris you have to pay 1.06 times more for it than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Paris range from: 42USD (39EUR) in hostel to 114USD (105EUR) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Paris is about 397USD (366EUR).
Using public transport in Paris comes at a cost of: 2.20USD (2.00EUR) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Paris (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 28,000USD (26,000EUR).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Paris depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 5.40USD (5.00EUR).For 1 km ride in Paris you have to pay about: 1.80USD (1.70EUR).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Paris
Paris Prices 2020
Cost of living in Paris is:
- 1.09 times lower than in Washington
- 1.10 times higher than in Jacksonville
- 1.10 times higher than in Houston
- 1.06 times higher than in Oklahoma City
- 1.30 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Paris?
Food prices in supermarkets are higher than in United States.For example, in Paris you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.20USD (1.10EUR)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 18USD (17EUR)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 3.30USD (3.10EUR)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 29USD (27EUR)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 9.80USD (9.00EUR)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Paris?
If you want to spend a week in Paris the cost of your stay will be:
- 741USD (683EUR) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Paris
- 1,100USD (1,000EUR) - a budget travel for 7 days in Paris
- 1,500USD (1,400EUR) for a one week of comfortable stay in Paris
- 4,400USD (4,000EUR) for a week of luxury holidays in Paris
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Paris? What is the average cost of lunch in Paris?
In Paris, a typical fast food meal costs: 11USD (10.00EUR) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 3.30USD (3.00EUR) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 3.90USD (3.60EUR) and espresso 2.80USD (2.50EUR).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Paris?
Cigarettes are more expensive in Paris than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 9.10USD (8.40EUR).For more famous brands such: Marlboro, Camel, Lucky Strike you have to pay about 11USD (11EUR).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Paris.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Paris.
Currency: Euro
How much is a hotel in Paris?
Average hotel price in Paris is 1.60 times bigger than average price in United States
| Average hotel price in Paris is: | 129 EUR | 140 USD | 12,957 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Paris are around: | 39 EUR | 42 USD | 3,910 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Paris is around: | 74 EUR | 80 USD | 7,436 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Paris is around: | 84 EUR | 91 USD | 8,451 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Paris is around: | 105 EUR | 114 USD | 10,572 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Paris is around: | 174 EUR | 189 USD | 17,475 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Paris is around: | 366 EUR | 397 USD | 36,702 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Paris?
Car rental average prices in Paris
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 167USD (154EUR) |
| Car Mini | 92USD (85EUR) |
| Economy car | 104USD (96EUR) |
| SUV | 175USD (161EUR) |
| Compact car | 127USD (117EUR) |
| Passenger Van | 182USD (168EUR) |
| Luxury car | 288USD (266EUR) |
| Convertible | 262USD (242EUR) |
Is food expensive in Paris? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Paris?
Prices in restaurants in Paris.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 15 EUR (10.00-20) | 16 USD (11-22) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 60 EUR (45-100) | 65 USD (49-108) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 10.00 EUR (9.00-12) | 11 USD (9.80-13) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 6.50 EUR (5.00-9.00) | 7.00 USD (5.40-9.80) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 6.00 EUR (4.50-8.00) | 6.50 USD (4.90-8.70) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.90 EUR (2.00-5.00) | 3.20 USD (2.20-5.40) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.40 EUR (1.70-3.50) | 2.60 USD (1.80-3.80) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 3.60 EUR (2.00-5.00) | 3.90 USD (2.20-5.40) |
| Espresso Coffee | 2.50 EUR (1.40-3.50) | 2.80 USD (1.50-3.80) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 3.00 EUR (2.70-3.60) | 3.30 USD (2.90-3.90) |
Can you eat cheaply in Paris?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Paris?
Prices in supermarkets in Paris.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 1.10 EUR (0.90-2.00) | 1.20 USD (0.98-2.20) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 2.00 EUR (1.00-4.00) | 2.10 USD (1.10-4.30) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 3.50 EUR (1.50-5.00) | 3.80 USD (1.60-5.50) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 17 EUR (7.00-35) | 18 USD (7.60-38) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.83 EUR (0.35-1.50) | 0.90 USD (0.37-1.60) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 9.00 EUR (5.00-15) | 9.80 USD (5.40-16) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 2.10 EUR (1.30-3.00) | 2.20 USD (1.40-3.30) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.10 EUR (1.20-5.00) | 3.30 USD (1.30-5.40) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 11 EUR (10.00-12) | 11 USD (11-13) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 13 EUR (5.00-22) | 14 USD (5.40-24) |
| Apples (1kg) | 3.00 EUR (1.00-4.00) | 3.30 USD (1.10-4.30) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 2.80 EUR (1.00-5.00) | 3.10 USD (1.10-5.40) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 2.20 EUR (1.00-3.50) | 2.30 USD (1.10-3.80) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 1.50 EUR (1.00-2.00) | 1.60 USD (1.10-2.20) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 2.20 EUR (1.00-3.50) | 2.40 USD (1.10-3.80) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 3.70 EUR (2.00-5.50) | 4.00 USD (2.20-6.00) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 2.00 EUR (1.20-3.00) | 2.20 USD (1.30-3.30) |
| Onions (1kg) | 2.10 EUR (1.00-4.00) | 2.30 USD (1.10-4.30) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 22 EUR (16-32) | 24 USD (17-35) |
| Pears (1kg) | 3.60 EUR (1.20-4.80) | 4.00 USD (1.30-5.20) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 2.00 EUR (1.10-3.00) | 2.20 USD (1.20-3.30) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 1.60 EUR (0.65-2.80) | 1.70 USD (0.70-3.00) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 27 EUR (10-46) | 29 USD (11-50) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 6.70 EUR (2.80-14) | 7.20 USD (3.00-15) |
| Whisky | 20 EUR | 22 USD |
| Rum | 22 EUR | 23 USD |
| Vodka | 18 EUR | 20 USD |
| Gin | 19 EUR | 20 USD |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Paris?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Paris.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 2.00 EUR (1.90-2.40) | 2.20 USD (2.10-2.60) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 84 EUR (75-85) | 91 USD (81-92) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 2.00 EUR (1.70-2.20) | 2.20 USD (1.80-2.40) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 22,000 EUR (20,000-25,000) | 23,000 USD (21,000-27,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 26,000 EUR (20,000-35,000) | 28,000 USD (21,000-37,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 5.00 EUR (2.60-8.00) | 5.40 USD (2.80-8.70) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 1.70 EUR (1.10-2.30) | 1.80 USD (1.20-2.50) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 45 EUR (32-60) | 49 USD (34-65) |
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Is it expensive to live in Paris?
Rent Prices Per Month in Paris.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,200 EUR (950-1,700) | 1,300 USD (1,000-1,800) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 956 EUR (750-1,200) | 1,000 USD (813-1,300) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 2,800 EUR (2,000-4,000) | 3,100 USD (2,100-4,300) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 1,900 EUR (1,400-3,000) | 2,000 USD (1,500-3,200) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Paris.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 204 EUR (128-340) | 221 USD (138-369) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 0.19 EUR (0.05-0.30) | 0.21 USD (0.05-0.33) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 30 EUR (20-40) | 32 USD (22-43) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Paris. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Paris?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 36 EUR (20-60) | 40 USD (22-65) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 16 EUR (10.00-22) | 17 USD (11-24) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 13 EUR (10.00-15) | 14 USD (11-16) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Paris.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 99 EUR (60-125) | 108 USD (65-136) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 39 EUR (20-50) | 42 USD (22-54) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 91 EUR (50-150) | 98 USD (54-163) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 129 EUR (70-200) | 140 USD (76-217) |
Childcare prices in Paris.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 731 EUR (500-1,700) | 793 USD (542-1,800) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 16,000 EUR (12,000-25,000) | 17,000 USD (13,000-27,000) |
Apartment Price in Paris. How much does a flat in Paris cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 12,000 EUR (10,000-15,000) | 13,000 USD (10,000-16,000) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 8,700 EUR (7,000-11,000) | 9,400 USD (7,500-11,000) |
What salary do you need to live in Paris?
Salaries And Financing in Paris.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 2,600 EUR | 2,800 USD | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 1.83% (1.00% - 2.50%) | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Paris
What about vegetable prices in Paris? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: €3.3, 2013: €3.1, 2014: €2.3, 2015: €2.6, 2016: €2.8, 2017: €2.6, 2018: €2.7, 2019: €2.8, 2020: €3.3
I can't imagine breakfast without bananas, have the prices of these fruits increased recently in Paris?
The prices of tropical fruit, for example bananas, have been changing in recent years: 2015: €2, 2016: €1.9, 2017: €2, 2018: €1.9, 2019: €2.2, 2020: €2.2
Have prices in cafes increased in recent years in Paris?
The cost of cappuccino coffee in a cafe or restaurant has changed in recent years: 2011: €2.8, 2012: €3.2, 2013: €3.5, 2014: €3.5, 2015: €3.5, 2016: €3.5, 2017: €3.4, 2018: €3.3, 2019: €3.4, 2020: €3.6
Have apartment prices increased in recent years in Paris?
In previous years, the following costs have been paid per square meter of flat in the city center: 2010: €8,500, 2011: €9,200, 2012: €9,000, 2013: €10,000, 2014: €9,700, 2015: €10,000, 2016: €9,500, 2017: €9,800, 2018: €10,000, 2019: €11,000, 2020: €12,000
How high are the salaries in Paris? Can you earn more now than in previous years?
This is how earnings have changed in recent years: 2010: €1,700, 2011: €2,300, 2012: €2,200, 2013: €2,700, 2014: €2,200, 2015: €2,300, 2016: €2,300, 2017: €2,400, 2018: €2,400, 2019: €2,200, 2020: €2,500
Prices in France. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Paris is 2.20 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Paris for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Paris is around | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Paris is around | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Paris is 1.09 times bigger than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Paris is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Paris is around: | 67 USD | 62 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Paris is around: | 4.00 USD | 3.70 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Paris is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Paris is around: | 34 USD | 32 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Paris is 1.46 times bigger than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Paris is around: | 17 USD | 15 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Paris is around: | 63 USD | 58 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Paris is around: | 10 USD | 9.50 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Paris is around: | 2.90 USD | 2.70 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Paris is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.30 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Paris are 1.26 times bigger than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 5.50 USD | 5.10 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Paris is around: | 6.90 USD | 6.30 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Paris is around: | 9.10 USD | 8.40 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 3.30 USD | 3.00 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 1.10 USD | 1.00 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Paris is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Paris is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Paris is around: | 17 USD | 16 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Paris is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.64 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Paris is around: | 31 USD | 28 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Paris is around: | 15 USD | 14 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Paris is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.60 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Paris is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Paris is around: | 1.50 USD | 1.40 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Paris is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Paris is around: | 3.20 USD | 2.90 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Paris is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
