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Thessaloniki, Greece

Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3.5% vs 2024

1-Bed Rent EUR 518 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 932 per month
Groceries EUR 269 per month
Transport Pass EUR 31 per month
Utilities EUR 93 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 8 per person

Rent trend in Thessaloniki (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Thessaloniki (2025)

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Estimated monthly budget in Thessaloniki

Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 977
🏠 Rent EUR 518
🛒 Groceries EUR 269
🚌 Transport EUR 31
💡 Utilities EUR 93
🍽️ Dining out EUR 66
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 1,887
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 932
🛒 Groceries EUR 673
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 62
💡 Utilities EUR 121
🍽️ Dining out EUR 99

Cost comparison — cities in Greece (2025)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki EUR 518 EUR 269 EUR 31 EUR 93
Athens EUR 776 EUR 321 EUR 33 EUR 109 +50%

Other Europe cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Thessaloniki in 2025?

In 2025, a single person living in Thessaloniki needs approximately EUR 977/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,887/month. Thessaloniki is considered a affordable city by global standards.

How much is rent in Thessaloniki in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Thessaloniki costs approximately EUR 518/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 932/month. Rent has changed +3.5% vs 2024.

How much do groceries cost in Thessaloniki?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Thessaloniki are approximately EUR 269 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Thessaloniki?

A monthly public transport pass in Thessaloniki costs EUR 31 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Thessaloniki?

Monthly utility costs in Thessaloniki average EUR 93 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Thessaloniki expensive to live in?

Thessaloniki is located in Greece (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 518/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 977/month, it is affordable by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Thessaloniki?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Thessaloniki costs approximately EUR 8 in 2025. Budget around EUR 66/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Thessaloniki changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Thessaloniki from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.7% over this period (from EUR 440 in 2022 to EUR 531 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Thessaloniki?

To live comfortably in Thessaloniki in 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 977/month. This covers rent (EUR 518), groceries (EUR 269), transport (EUR 31), utilities (EUR 93) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,887/month.

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