Toulouse, France
Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3% vs 2024
Rent trend in Toulouse (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Toulouse (2025)
Estimated monthly budget in Toulouse
Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
Cost comparison — cities in France (2025)
| City | 1-Bed Rent | Groceries | Transport | Utilities | vs Toulouse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toulouse | EUR 927 | EUR 330 | EUR 57 | EUR 113 | — |
| Bordeaux | EUR 979 | EUR 340 | EUR 57 | EUR 115 | +5.6% |
| Lyon | EUR 1,236 | EUR 361 | EUR 67 | EUR 124 | +33.3% |
| Marseille | EUR 979 | EUR 340 | EUR 57 | EUR 113 | +5.6% |
| Nice | EUR 1,133 | EUR 350 | EUR 57 | EUR 118 | +22.2% |
| Paris | EUR 1,957 | EUR 433 | EUR 91 | EUR 160 | +111.1% |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Toulouse in 2025?
In 2025, a single person living in Toulouse needs approximately EUR 1,517/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,869/month. Toulouse is considered a mid-range city by global standards.
How much is rent in Toulouse in 2025?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Toulouse costs approximately EUR 927/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,648/month. Rent has changed +3% vs 2024.
How much do groceries cost in Toulouse?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Toulouse are approximately EUR 330 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.
What does public transport cost in Toulouse?
A monthly public transport pass in Toulouse costs EUR 57 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Toulouse?
Monthly utility costs in Toulouse average EUR 113 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.
Is Toulouse expensive to live in?
Toulouse is located in France (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 927/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,517/month, it is mid-range by global standards.
How much does eating out cost in Toulouse?
A typical restaurant meal for one person in Toulouse costs approximately EUR 11 in 2025. Budget around EUR 91/month if dining out a few times a week.
How have living costs in Toulouse changed over time?
LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Toulouse from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.6% over this period (from EUR 792 in 2022 to EUR 947 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.
What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Toulouse?
To live comfortably in Toulouse in 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,517/month. This covers rent (EUR 927), groceries (EUR 330), transport (EUR 57), utilities (EUR 113) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,869/month.