Budapest, Hungary

In 2025, a single person living in Budapest needs approximately HUF 415,380/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around HUF 765,185/month. Budapest is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Budapest costs approximately HUF 241,875/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around HUF 419,250/month. Rent has changed +7.5% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Budapest are approximately HUF 88,150 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Budapest costs HUF 10,535 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Budapest average HUF 38,700 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Budapest is located in Hungary (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of HUF 241,875/month and total single-person expenses around HUF 415,380/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Budapest costs approximately HUF 4,515 in 2025. Budget around HUF 36,120/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 2025, a single person needs approximately HUF 415,380/month. This covers rent (HUF 241,875), groceries (HUF 88,150), transport (HUF 10,535), utilities (HUF 38,700) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around HUF 765,185/month.