Places · French Polynesia
The best places to live in French Polynesia
Arcadia scores 14 places in French Polynesia, from Rurutu at about $2,050 a month to Moorea at about $2,600. 14 are by the sea, 11 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly tropical. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 4/5, healthcare 4/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in French Polynesia
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 14 places Arcadia scores in French Polynesia, not the whole country.
All 14 places in French Polynesia
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in French Polynesia?
Across the 14 places Arcadia scores in French Polynesia the median is about $2,175 a month for one person, from Rurutu at around $2,050 to Moorea at around $2,600. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in French Polynesia?
Rurutu, at about $2,050 a month. It is the cheapest of the 14 places Arcadia scores in French Polynesia, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in French Polynesia has the best internet?
Papeete, rated 4 out of 5. The typical rating across the 14 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in French Polynesia?
The typical safety rating is 4 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Tahiti (Punaauia). These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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