Cost of living in French Polynesia compared to India
Currency:
| Food | + 215% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in French Polynesia is 215% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 1,871 Franc (₨1,284) | ₨330 | + 289% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 1,094 Franc (₨750) | ₨293 | + 156% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 500 Franc (₨343) | ₨163 | + 111% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 185 Franc (₨127) | ₨54 | + 136% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 455 Franc (₨312) | ₨82 | + 279% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 695 Franc (₨477) | ₨41 | + 1071% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 3,400 Franc (₨2,333) | ₨216 | + 981% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 285 Franc (₨196) | ₨152 | + 29% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 137 Franc (₨94) | ₨29 | + 226% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 377 Franc (₨259) | ₨149 | + 74% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 2,226 Franc (₨1,527) | ₨767 | + 99% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 400 Franc (₨274) | ₨87 | + 214% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 179 Franc (₨123) | ₨35 | + 248% | |
| Housing | + 236% | |||
| Housing in French Polynesia is 236% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 196,263 Franc (₨134,666) | ₨31,400 | + 329% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 155,159 Franc (₨106,463) | ₨20,122 | + 429% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 7,126 Franc (₨4,889) | ₨4,477 | + 9% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 92,149 Franc (₨63,228) | ₨22,933 | + 176% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 72,580 Franc (₨49,801) | ₨14,192 | + 251% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 5,000 Franc (₨3,431) | ₨3,664 | - 6% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 4,568 Franc (₨3,134) | ₨511 | + 514% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 140,000 Franc (₨96,061) | ₨29,219 | + 229% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 14,841 Franc (₨10,183) | ₨12,383 | - 18% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 2,381 Franc (₨1,634) | ₨416 | + 293% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 1,067 Franc (₨732) | ₨320 | + 129% | |
| Clothes | + 183% | |||
| Clothes in French Polynesia is 183% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 10,128 Franc (₨6,949) | ₨2,328 | + 199% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 11,032 Franc (₨7,570) | ₨2,564 | + 195% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 11,337 Franc (₨7,779) | ₨3,571 | + 118% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 10,568 Franc (₨7,251) | ₨3,002 | + 142% | |
| Transportation | + 132% | |||
| Transportation in French Polynesia is 132% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,757,970 Franc (₨1,892,387) | ₨980,422 | + 93% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 161 Franc (₨110) | ₨108 | + 3% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 8,000 Franc (₨5,489) | ₨1,414 | + 288% | |
| Personal Care | + 50% | |||
| Personal Care in French Polynesia is 50% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 350 Franc (₨240) | ₨140 | + 72% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 500 Franc (₨343) | ₨303 | + 13% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 3,568 Franc (₨2,448) | ₨1,443 | + 70% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 700 Franc (₨480) | ₨402 | + 20% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 500 Franc (₨343) | ₨190 | + 81% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 650 Franc (₨446) | ₨248 | + 79% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 150 Franc (₨103) | ₨152 | - 32% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 180 Franc (₨124) | ₨72 | + 72% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 2,000 Franc (₨1,372) | ₨373 | + 268% | |
| Entertainment | + 155% | |||
| Entertainment in French Polynesia is 155% more expensive than in India | ||||
| French Polynesia | India | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 4,000 Franc (₨2,745) | ₨1,357 | + 102% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 2,714 Franc (₨1,862) | ₨595 | + 213% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨1,516 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 10,271 Franc (₨7,048) | ₨2,086 | + 238% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 1,761 Franc (₨1,209) | ₨594 | + 103% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 250 Franc (₨172) | ₨229 | - 25% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 700 Franc (₨480) | ₨175 | + 175% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 50,000 Franc (₨34,308) | ₨46,652 | - 26% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 63 Franc (₨44) | ₨1.29 | + 3283% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 6,000 Franc (₨4,117) | ₨1,530 | + 169% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,200 Franc (₨823) | ₨244 | + 237% | |
| TOTAL | + 172% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 5,545 prices entered by 971 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 21, 2022.
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Cost of living in French Polynesia is 172% more expensive than in India
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