In 2026, the average cost of a single room not eligible for social assistance is around 2,620 euros per month In France. This amount combines the accommodation rate and the dependency portion for a least dependent resident (GIR 5-6). Behind the average, the location weighs the most. Strong disparities are observed between the Meuse at almost 2,060 euros per month and Paris around 4,500 euros monthly.
Île-de-France remains the most expensive, when territories like Haute-Saône or Allier remain under the 2,000 to 2,300 euros. Note the implementation in 23 departments of an experiment which merges care and dependency making it possible to lower the resident’s contribution for these positions, without changing the accommodation rate. To evaluate accommodation in an EHPAD, base your budget on the monthly “accommodation and dependency GIR 5-6” rate.
Paris and Île-de-France: high prices
In 2026, the Ile-de-France departments will raise the bill. Paris overtakes 4,500 euros per month on average for a single room (not ASH approved), Hauts-de-Seine comes close to 3,900 eurosand Essonne or Seine-Saint-Denis are located around 3,100 to 3,400 euros. Val-de-Marne is more than 3,300 euros and Val-d’Oise around 3,080 euros. Allow for a monthly budget of 3,100 to 4,500 euros depending on the address, excluding extras (telephony, hairdressing, pedicure, guests), frequently billed separately.
Grand Est, Burgundy Franche-Comté, Massif Central: the most accessible
Several departments remain significantly below the national average: the Meuse (between 2,060 and 2,100 euros), Haute-Saône (from 2,000 euros), Allier (approximately 2,270 euros), the Vosges (approximately 2,250 euros), Yonne (on average 2,360 euros) or Haute-Vienne (approximately 2,300 euros). In these areas, aim for a monthly budget of 2,000 to 2,400 euros is realistic for a single bedroom. Certain places entitled to social assistance (ASH) lower the average by approximately 300 to 400 euros compared to non-ASH.
Calculation method and practical benchmarks for your budget
These 2026 averages add the accommodation rate and the GIR 5-6 dependency portion, for a standard month (30-30.5 days). The “comprehensive care and dependency package” tested in 23 departments replaces the dependency rate with a fixed contribution of approximately 6.16 euros/day (approximately 185 euros/month). Then adjust according to the level of dependency (GIR 1-4 more expensive), ASH authorization, and additional services. As an indication, an Alzheimer unit stands around 2,870 euros/monthan amount often greater than 8 euros/day compared to other places.
Territorial figures
- Grand Est: from 2,000 (70) to 2,500 euros (90)
- Massif Central: from 2,100 (23) to 2,500 euros (63)
- North: from 2,300 to 2,500 euros.
- Normandy: from 2,400 to 2,600 euros
- West: from 2,350 (85) to 2,800 euros (44)
- Center: from 2,400 (37) to 2,700 euros (49)
- South-West coast: from 2,600 (64) to 2,900 euros (33)
- Great South: from 2,500 (84) to 3,300 euros (06)
- Île-de-France: from 3,100 (95) to 4,500 euros (75)
Figures from average rates declared to the CNSA and consolidated by CapRetraite (accommodation and dependency GIR 5-6), with non-ASH vs ASH distinction. It is advisable to check establishment by establishment the included services and the optional services which may modify the final invoice.
