Budapest
Hungary
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Budapest has a relatively low cost of living with affordable housing options. The job market is growing, especially in IT and tourism sectors. Healthcare is accessible but quality varies. The climate has hot summers and cold winters. Public transport is extensive and affordable, with good walkability in central areas. The city is generally safe with a rich cultural scene and welcoming community. Living costs are lower than in Western Europe.
Average cost of living€1,375.72
Quality of Life79/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€400.00
1-bed flat (center)€633.57
1-bed flat (outside)€481.03
3-bed flat (center)€1,163.00
3-bed flat (outside)€838.05
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,141.00
sqm outside center€2,673.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€127.13
Internet€17.56
Mobile plan€22.47
Transportation
One-way ticket€1.13
Monthly pass€22.55
Taxi start€2.76
Gasoline (1 l)€1.56
Leisure
Cinema ticket€7.77
Fitness club€55.03
Education
Preschool (month)€395.72
Intl. primary (year)€10,489.00
Demographics
Population 1,750,000
Metropolitan area population 3,000,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Affordable housing and living costs
- ✓ Extensive public transport
- ✓ Growing job market in IT and tourism
- ✓ Rich cultural life
- ✓ Generally safe
Disadvantages
- × Variable healthcare quality
- × Cold winters and hot summers
- × Lower average salaries
- × Bureaucracy can be slow
- × Air pollution concerns