Visual comparison (radar)
Pros and cons
Montpellier
+ Strengths
- Higher overall score (57/100 vs 54/100)
- Better quality of life (score 93/100 vs 90/100)
- Better-rated housing stock (EPC A+B+C: 46.8 % vs 30.0 %)
− Weaknesses
- Lower safety (42/100 vs 50/100)
- More identified risks (12 vs 7)
Toulouse
+ Strengths
- Better safety (50/100 vs 42/100)
- Fewer identified natural/technological risks (7 vs 12)
- Larger demographic pool (514,819 vs 310,240 inhabitants)
− Weaknesses
- Lower overall score (54/100 vs 57/100)
- Lower quality of life (score 90/100 vs 93/100)
- Worse-rated housing stock (EPC A+B+C: 30.0 % vs 46.8 %)
Detailed scores
| Dimension | Montpellier | Toulouse |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57 | 54 |
| Yield | 30 | 23 |
| Quality of life | 93 | 90 |
| Economic dynamism | 100 | 100 |
| Accessibility | 13 | 14 |
| Safety | 42 | 50 |
| EPC | 82 | 71 |
Key data
| Indicator | Montpellier | Toulouse |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 310,240 | 514,819 |
| Price per m² (apt) | 3,416 € | 3,341 € |
| Rent per m² | 15.5 € | 14.0 € |
| Gross yield | 5.4 % | 5.0 % |
| EPC A+B+C | 46.8 % | 30.0 % |
| FTTH fiber | 0.0 % | 0.0 % |
| Historic monuments | 118 | 232 |
| Identified risks | 12 | 7 |
Price per m² evolution
Frequently asked questions
Which city offers the best rental yield between Montpellier and Toulouse?
Based on ScorCity data (median rent / median price per m², apartment type), Montpellier shows a gross yield of 5.4% vs 5.0% for the other city. This calculation is indicative and does not account for charges, vacancy, or the investor's personal tax situation.
Where is the price per m² more accessible between Montpellier and Toulouse?
On the apartment market, Toulouse is more affordable with a median price of 3,341 €/m² vs 3,416 €/m² for the other city (source: French Land Registry DVF, latest year available).
Should you invest in Montpellier or Toulouse?
Both cities have very close investment scores (57/100 for Montpellier vs 54/100 for Toulouse) under our multi-criteria methodology. The choice should depend on your personal priorities: yield, quality of life, taxation, geographic proximity. Check the detailed city profiles to decide.
Which city offers the best quality of life: Montpellier or Toulouse?
Montpellier scores higher on quality of life (93/100 vs 90/100). This score aggregates density, green spaces, air quality, cultural facilities and public services quality. It remains indicative and does not capture personal preferences (climate, urban vibe).
What is the population difference between Montpellier and Toulouse?
Toulouse is more populated with 514,819 inhabitants vs 310,240 for the other city (source: INSEE, latest census). A more populated city generally offers a more liquid rental market but stronger purchase competition.
Methodology. Scores are computed from public open-data sources (INSEE, French Land Registry DVF, rental observatory, ADEME EPC). No weight is influenced by any commercial partner. See the full methodology.