Cost of living in French Polynesia compared to United States
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| Food | + 3% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in French Polynesia is about the same as in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 1,871 Franc ($16) | $17 | - 6% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 1,094 Franc ($10) | $9 | + 4% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 500 Franc ($4.35) | $5.07 | - 14% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 185 Franc ($1.61) | $0.99 | + 63% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 455 Franc ($3.96) | $3.35 | + 18% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 695 Franc ($6) | $4.43 | + 37% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 3,400 Franc ($30) | $7 | + 330% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 285 Franc ($2.49) | $3.91 | - 36% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 137 Franc ($1.19) | $1.92 | - 38% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 377 Franc ($3.28) | $3.28 | - 0% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 2,226 Franc ($19) | $16 | + 23% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 400 Franc ($3.48) | $2.26 | + 54% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 179 Franc ($1.56) | $2.46 | - 37% | |
| Housing | - 41% | |||
| Housing in French Polynesia is 41% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 196,263 Franc ($1,709) | $2,515 | - 32% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 155,159 Franc ($1,351) | $1,960 | - 31% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 7,126 Franc ($62) | $204 | - 70% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 92,149 Franc ($802) | $1,778 | - 55% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 72,580 Franc ($632) | $1,342 | - 53% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 5,000 Franc ($44) | $139 | - 69% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 4,568 Franc ($40) | $56 | - 29% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 140,000 Franc ($1,219) | $300 | + 307% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 14,841 Franc ($129) | $135 | - 5% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 2,381 Franc ($21) | $12 | + 69% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 1,067 Franc ($9) | $26 | - 65% | |
| Clothes | + 70% | |||
| Clothes in French Polynesia is 70% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 10,128 Franc ($88) | $51 | + 72% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 11,032 Franc ($96) | $46 | + 108% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 11,337 Franc ($99) | $92 | + 7% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 10,568 Franc ($92) | $120 | - 23% | |
| Transportation | - 5% | |||
| Transportation in French Polynesia is 5% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 2,757,970 Franc ($24,014) | $25,474 | - 6% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 161 Franc ($1.40) | $1.06 | + 32% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 8,000 Franc ($70) | $77 | - 9% | |
| Personal Care | - 52% | |||
| Personal Care in French Polynesia is 52% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 350 Franc ($3.05) | $7 | - 59% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 500 Franc ($4.35) | $19 | - 77% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 3,568 Franc ($31) | $125 | - 75% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 700 Franc ($6) | $7 | - 18% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 500 Franc ($4.35) | $4.17 | + 4% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 650 Franc ($5.66) | $5.50 | + 3% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 150 Franc ($1.31) | $4.18 | - 69% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 180 Franc ($1.57) | $2.05 | - 23% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 2,000 Franc ($17) | $25 | - 31% | |
| Entertainment | + 14% | |||
| Entertainment in French Polynesia is 14% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| French Polynesia | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 4,000 Franc ($35) | $49 | - 29% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 2,714 Franc ($24) | $27 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | $196 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 10,271 Franc ($89) | $83 | + 8% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 1,761 Franc ($15) | $13 | + 20% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 250 Franc ($2.18) | $5.19 | - 58% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 700 Franc ($6) | $6 | - 3% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 50,000 Franc ($435) | $499 | - 13% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 63 Franc ($0.55) | $0.17 | + 229% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 6,000 Franc ($52) | $53 | - 1% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 1,200 Franc ($10) | $9 | + 15% | |
| TOTAL | - 15% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 16,133 prices entered by 2,611 different people.
These prices were last updated on May 18, 2022.
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Cost of living in French Polynesia is 15% cheaper than in United States
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