Saint-Raphaël, France
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$1878

Retiree Score

58.0

Safety Index

44.6

Healthcare

8 facilities

With a population of just 37,113, Saint-Raphaël is hardly the bustling Riviera hub many imagine. The coastal town boasts a Mediterranean climate, but its bureaucracy is a persistent headache, and the rail viaduct was a strategic target in World War II. Saint-Raphaël's natural beauty - from the Esterel Massif to its 36 kilometers of coastline - is undeniable, but the reality is a more modest, provincial feel than the glitz of nearby Cannes or Nice. This city may suit those seeking a quieter slice of the French Riviera, but it's hardly the glamorous getaway many daydream about.

Can I afford Saint-Raphaël?

Total Monthly Household Income (After Tax):

Lifestyle: comfortable

You could save

$1159 / month

Savings Rate39%

Rent $800

Living Costs $1041

Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L)$1

Bread (loaf)—

Eggs (12)$7

Rice (1kg)$2

Chicken (1kg)—

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$25

Meal (Mid-range)$70

Cappuccino$5

Water (0.33L)$3

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$213

Mobile Plan (mo)$15

Gym (mo)$55

Cinema Ticket—

Housing

1BR Center (mo)$800

1BR Outside (mo)—

3BR Center (mo)$1300

3BR Outside (mo)—

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

Nearest Airport

LFMN (44km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$2268

Mortgage Interest Rate

3.5%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

586 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

Apr, May, Oct