- Cost of Living
- France
- United States
- Nantes
- Akron, Ohio
- Comparison
Cost of living in Nantes, France compared to Akron, Ohio, United States
Currency:
| Food | + 9% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Nantes (France) is 9% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €15 ($17) | $13 | + 33% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | €8 ($9) | $7 | + 35% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €5.94 ($7) | $4.41 | + 59% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.98 ($1.15) | $0.85 | + 36% | |
| 12 eggs, large | €2.83 ($3.33) | $2.58 | + 29% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €2.28 ($2.68) | $3.45 | - 22% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €7 ($8) | $5.74 | + 34% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €2.01 ($2.37) | $3.12 | - 24% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.39 ($1.64) | $1.64 | + 0% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €1.88 ($2.21) | $2.75 | - 20% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €5.55 ($7) | $13 | - 50% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | €1.99 ($2.34) | $1.83 | + 28% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €0.97 ($1.14) | $1.55 | - 26% | |
| Housing | + 13% | |||
| Housing in Nantes (France) is 13% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | €1,127 ($1,327) | $1,017 | + 31% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | €846 ($995) | $769 | + 29% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €160 ($189) | $158 | + 19% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | €661 ($779) | $885 | - 12% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | €505 ($595) | $563 | + 6% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | €87 ($102) | $99 | + 3% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | €30 ($35) | $32 | + 11% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | €412 ($485) | $356 | + 36% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | €101 ($119) | $85 | + 41% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €9 ($11) | $8 | + 26% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | €14 ($17) | $15 | + 15% | |
| Clothes | + 21% | |||
| Clothes in Nantes (France) is 21% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | €88 ($103) | $38 | + 172% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | €25 ($30) | $36 | - 18% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | €85 ($100) | $70 | + 43% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | €96 ($113) | $95 | + 19% | |
| Transportation | + 39% | |||
| Transportation in Nantes (France) is 39% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | €21,154 ($24,897) | $22,205 | + 12% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.25 ($1.48) | $0.61 | + 141% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | €48 ($57) | $43 | + 32% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €20 ($24) | $14 | + 72% | |
| Personal Care | - 25% | |||
| Personal Care in Nantes (France) is 25% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €6 ($7) | $6 | + 19% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | €3.19 ($3.75) | $11 | - 66% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | €23 ($27) | $61 | - 56% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | €5.04 ($5.93) | $7 | - 13% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €2.80 ($3.30) | $3.06 | + 8% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €3.75 ($4.42) | $4.18 | + 6% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.75 ($2.06) | $3.23 | - 36% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | €2.05 ($2.41) | $1.43 | + 68% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €19 ($22) | $16 | + 43% | |
| Entertainment | - 13% | |||
| Entertainment in Nantes (France) is 13% cheaper than in Akron, Ohio (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €29 ($34) | $32 | + 5% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | €18 ($21) | $19 | + 6% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €53 ($62) | $139 | - 56% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €49 ($58) | $66 | - 12% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €8 ($10) | $7 | + 32% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €2.51 ($2.95) | $4.41 | - 33% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €5.08 ($5.98) | $5.01 | + 19% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | €520 ($612) | $433 | + 41% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.25 ($0.29) | $0.56 | - 49% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | €37 ($44) | $46 | - 5% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | €7 ($8) | $6 | + 33% | |
| TOTAL | + 10% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 192 prices entered by 32 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 22, 2018.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Nantes (France) is 10% more expensive than in Akron, Ohio (United States)
For example, you would need at least $2,978
(€2,530)
in Nantes
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$2,700
in Akron, Ohio.
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