Cost of Living Calculator
See exactly how much it costs to live in 50 countries. Pick a country and lifestyle to get a full monthly budget breakdown in seconds.
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Our cost of living data comes from cost-of-living tools, OECD statistics, and local government publications. We compile Q2 2026 averages for major cities in each country and convert all prices to euros for easy comparison.
Budget Lifestyle
Suburban 1BR apartment (70% of city rent), frugal groceries, minimal dining out, standard transport and utilities.
Comfortable Lifestyle
City-centre 1BR, normal grocery spending, regular dining out, standard transport and utilities. The baseline for most expats.
Premium Lifestyle
Upscale central apartment (150% of standard rent), premium groceries, frequent dining, upgraded transport and utilities.
Internet (€40 default) and health insurance (€100-200 depending on country) are estimated separately. A 15% buffer covers miscellaneous expenses like clothing, entertainment, phone, and unexpected costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our data is based on Q2 2026 averages compiled from cost-of-living tools, OECD, and local statistical offices. Figures represent typical costs for a single adult in the main city. Actual costs vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Use the results as a planning baseline and verify with local sources before committing to a move.
Budget means living frugally in the suburbs with home cooking and minimal dining out. Comfortable is a normal city-centre lifestyle with regular dining and standard amenities. Premium is an upscale lifestyle with a nice central apartment, frequent dining, and premium services.
Yes. All figures are converted to euros using April 2026 exchange rates. This makes it easy to compare countries regardless of local currency. The local currency is shown for reference in the summary section.
No. Cost of living is one factor among many. Visa eligibility, language, career opportunities, healthcare quality, safety, and personal preferences all matter. A cheaper country is only useful if you can legally live and work there. Our free 2-minute assessment checks your eligibility across 2,500+ immigration programmes to find countries where you actually qualify.
We update cost of living data quarterly. The current dataset reflects Q2 2026 prices. Exchange rates are updated monthly. Major economic events (currency crashes, inflation spikes) trigger ad-hoc updates for affected countries.
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