French Polynesia🇵🇫
At a Glance
How French Polynesia compares across key indices
Cost of Living
101 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
95/100
Healthcare
78/100
Quality of Life
166/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in French Polynesia
Cost of Living
101
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
76
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
101
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
106
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in French Polynesia - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
95/100
Crime Index
1/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in French Polynesia
French Polynesia has 3 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,999 in Faaa to $2,266 in Papeete. Papeete leads on safety, scoring 95/100. Faaa ranks highest for quality of life at 161/200.
Faaa
$1,999/mo
Papeete
95/100
Faaa
161/200
Papeete
79/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Papeete | $2,266 | 95/100 | 161/200 | 79/100 | 45 |
| Faaa | $1,999 | 95/100 | 161/200 | 74/100 | 42 |
| Punaauia | $1,999 | 95/100 | 161/200 | 74/100 | 42 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for French Polynesia
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Environment
Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in French Polynesia
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in French Polynesia, answered with data
What is the cost of living in French Polynesia?
French Polynesia has a cost of living index of 101 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities. Monthly costs for a single person start around $2,266 in Papeete.
Is French Polynesia safe for expats?
French Polynesia has a safety index of 95/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Papeete scores highest on safety at 95/100.
What is the best city in French Polynesia for expats and digital nomads?
Papeete ranks highest for quality of life in French Polynesia, scoring 161/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $2,266/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in French Polynesia?
French Polynesia scores 78/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it excellent by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
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