Montpellier Scores

  • Friendliness to outsiders: The locals are not super friendly to outsiders, but nevertheless polite.

  • Female friendly: Despite the fact that women have equal rights with men and the attitude towards them is liberal, in some areas there are still many prohibitions against them. Decisions in the family are usually made by men, the influence of women in the family is very great.

  • Expenses: has quite high prices for food and accommodation. Usual monthly spendings are around $3100
  • Income: The average monthly earnings in Montpellier are mediocre around $3100.
  • Nightlife: At the same time, the level of quality of services provided in most of these establishments is significantly high.

  • Education: The level of secondary and higher education in Montpellier can be described as very high.

  • Safety: In general, the situation is calm, the average level of safety, but in some areas there are exceptions. Please be vigilant.
  • Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots.

  • Fits for families: There are not so many places where you can spend a good time with your family and children, but almost all of them provide excellent service.

  • Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Montpellier.
  • English: Many locals speak English, but not at an advanced level.

  • Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.

  • Walkability: Montpellier has many beautiful parks, squares and walkways for walking with children. There are wide sidewalks along the roads, and there are paths for cyclists.

  • LGBTQ friendly: It has been established that the majority of citizens have an excellent attitude towards the LGBT community.

  • Level of happiness: More people satisfied with their daily activities and lives.

  • Racial tolerance: Cases of racial and ethnic discrimination are extremely rare.

  • Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.

  • Traffic safety: A lot of work has been done in Montpellier to ensure road safety. That’s why the road accident rate can be considered as low.

  • Startup friendly: In the past few years, startups in Montpellier have gained high popularity, increasing the flow of money invested.

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  • Quality of life: In terms of health care, demography, education, environmental conditions, economic conditions, employment, the standard of living can be assessed as good.

  • Freedom of speech: Freedom of speech is spelled out in the constitution. But local authorities are enforcing laws that will somewhat complicate the work of journalists and restrict freedom of speech for all citizens.