- Cost of Living
- France
- United States
- Nantes
- Akron, Ohio
- Comparison
Cost of living in Nantes, France compared to Akron, Ohio, United States
Currency:
| Food | + 15% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Nantes (France) is 15% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €15 ($18) | $13 | + 40% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €8 ($10) | $7 | + 42% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €5.94 ($7) | $4.41 | + 67% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.98 ($1.21) | $0.85 | + 43% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.83 ($3.51) | $2.58 | + 36% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €2.28 ($2.83) | $3.45 | - 18% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €7 ($8) | $5.74 | + 41% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €2.01 ($2.49) | $3.12 | - 20% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.39 ($1.73) | $1.64 | + 5% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €1.88 ($2.33) | $2.75 | - 15% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €5.55 ($7) | $13 | - 47% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.99 ($2.47) | $1.83 | + 35% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €0.98 ($1.21) | $1.55 | - 22% | |
| Housing | + 19% | |||
| Housing in Nantes (France) is 19% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,127 ($1,397) | $1,022 | + 37% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €846 ($1,048) | $769 | + 36% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €160 ($198) | $158 | + 25% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €661 ($820) | $885 | - 7% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €505 ($626) | $563 | + 11% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €87 ($107) | $99 | + 8% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €29 ($36) | $32 | + 14% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €412 ($511) | $356 | + 43% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €93 ($115) | $85 | + 36% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €9 ($11) | $8 | + 33% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €14 ($17) | $15 | + 16% | |
| Clothes | + 27% | |||
| Clothes in Nantes (France) is 27% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €88 ($109) | $38 | + 186% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €25 ($31) | $36 | - 13% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €85 ($105) | $70 | + 50% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €96 ($119) | $95 | + 25% | |
| Transportation | + 44% | |||
| Transportation in Nantes (France) is 44% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €21,154 ($26,210) | $22,205 | + 18% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.27 ($1.58) | $0.61 | + 158% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €46 ($58) | $43 | + 34% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €20 ($25) | $14 | + 82% | |
| Personal Care | - 21% | |||
| Personal Care in Nantes (France) is 21% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €6 ($8) | $6 | + 25% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €3.19 ($3.95) | $11 | - 64% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €23 ($28) | $61 | - 54% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €5.04 ($6) | $7 | - 8% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €2.80 ($3.47) | $3.06 | + 13% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.75 ($4.65) | $4.18 | + 11% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.75 ($2.16) | $3.23 | - 33% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €2.05 ($2.54) | $1.43 | + 77% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €19 ($23) | $16 | + 51% | |
| Entertainment | - 3% | |||
| Entertainment in Nantes (France) is 3% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €29 ($35) | $32 | + 10% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €18 ($22) | $19 | + 12% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €93 ($115) | $139 | - 18% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €49 ($61) | $66 | - 7% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €8 ($10) | $7 | + 39% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €2.51 ($3.11) | $4.41 | - 30% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €5.08 ($6) | $5.01 | + 25% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €520 ($644) | $433 | + 49% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.25 ($0.30) | $0.56 | - 46% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €39 ($49) | $46 | + 5% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €7 ($9) | $6 | + 39% | |
| TOTAL | + 17% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 420 prices entered by 36 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 19, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Nantes (France) is 17% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States)
For example, you would need at least $3,743
(€3,021)
in Nantes
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$3,200
in Akron, Ohio.
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