Cost of Living in Krakow
Poland • Pop: 0.8M
Krakow offers historic charm with growing IT industry at low costs.
Beautiful old townVery low costsIT outsourcing hubStudent city
Cost
Index
Index
42
Rent
Index
Index
32
Avg Net Salary
$1,400/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
42
58% cheaperRent
32
68% cheaperGroceries
42
58% cheaperRestaurants
38
62% cheaperTransport
48
52% cheaperUtilities
52
48% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Krakow to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Krakow | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $21,000 | Save $29,000 |
| $75,000 | $31,500 | Save $43,500 |
| $100,000 | $42,000 | Save $58,000 |
| $125,000 | $52,500 | Save $72,500 |
| $150,000 | $63,000 | Save $87,000 |
| $200,000 | $84,000 | Save $116,000 |
Living in Krakow: What to Expect
Krakow has a cost of living index of 42, meaning it is 58% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Krakow is approximately zł7,000 ($1,400 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 32
- Groceries: Index of 42
- Restaurants: Index of 38
- Transport: Index of 48
- Utilities: Index of 52
Key highlights: Beautiful old town, Very low costs, IT outsourcing hub, Student city.
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