Athens, Greece

In 2026, a single person living in Athens needs approximately EUR 1,356/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,544/month. Athens is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Athens costs approximately EUR 796/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,380/month. Rent has changed +2.6% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Athens are approximately EUR 329 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Athens costs EUR 34 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Athens average EUR 112 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Athens is located in Greece (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 796/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,356/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Athens costs approximately EUR 11 in 2026. Budget around EUR 85/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Athens from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.7% over this period (from EUR 660 in 2022 to EUR 796 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Athens in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,356/month. This covers rent (EUR 796), groceries (EUR 329), transport (EUR 34), utilities (EUR 112) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,544/month.