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Cost of Living / Slovakia

🇸🇰 Cost of Living in Slovakia

2 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile

Median monthly budget · single · city center

$1,753/mo

Across 2 cities we track

Couple

$2,150

Family of 4

$4,560

Median local salary (after tax)$1,639/mo

City-by-city damage report

Rent — the biggest line item

City1BR center1BR outside3BR center
Kosice$965$742$1,787Bratislava$1,118$837$1,801

Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.

Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check

Median across 2 cities

Milk (1L)$1.21
Bread (loaf)$1.82
Eggs (12)$4.29
Chicken (1kg)$8.73
Apples (1kg)$2.06
Potatoes (1kg)$1.59
Water (1.5L)$0.92
Wine (mid-range)$6.54
Beer (0.5L store)$1.14

Eating out — because you won't cook every night

Median prices across 2 cities

Cheap meal$11
Mid-range dinner for 2$64
Cappuccino$3.49
Beer (draught)$3.21

Getting around — or trying to

Median prices across 2 cities

Monthly pass$41
Gasoline (1L)$1.83

Slovakia vs. the neighbors

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Slovakia?

Across 2 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,753/month including rent. Kosice is the cheapest at $1,702/mo, while Bratislava runs $1,804/mo.

What is the average rent in Slovakia?

Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,042/month across 2 cities we track.

What is the average salary in Slovakia?

The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 2 cities is about $1,639, based on Numbeo data.

What is the cheapest city in Slovakia?

Kosice is the most affordable at $1,702/month for a single person. Bratislava is the most expensive at $1,804/month.

Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.