Budapest, Hungary

In 2022, a single person living in Budapest needs approximately HUF 340,032/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around HUF 626,384/month. Budapest is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Budapest costs approximately HUF 198,000/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around HUF 343,200/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Budapest are approximately HUF 72,160 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Budapest costs HUF 8,624 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Budapest average HUF 31,680 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Budapest is located in Hungary (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of HUF 198,000/month and total single-person expenses around HUF 340,032/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Budapest costs approximately HUF 3,696 in 2022. Budget around HUF 29,568/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Budapest from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 28.5% over this period (from HUF 198,000 in 2022 to HUF 254,453 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Budapest in 2022, a single person needs approximately HUF 340,032/month. This covers rent (HUF 198,000), groceries (HUF 72,160), transport (HUF 8,624), utilities (HUF 31,680) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around HUF 626,384/month.