Debrecen, Hungary

In 2024, a single person living in Debrecen needs approximately HUF 277,100/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around HUF 514,300/month. Debrecen is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Debrecen costs approximately HUF 150,000/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around HUF 260,000/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Debrecen are approximately HUF 65,000 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Debrecen costs HUF 8,500 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Debrecen average HUF 28,000 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Debrecen is located in Hungary (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of HUF 150,000/month and total single-person expenses around HUF 277,100/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Debrecen costs approximately HUF 3,200 in 2024. Budget around HUF 25,600/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Debrecen from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 28.5% over this period (from HUF 132,000 in 2022 to HUF 169,635 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Debrecen in 2024, a single person needs approximately HUF 277,100/month. This covers rent (HUF 150,000), groceries (HUF 65,000), transport (HUF 8,500), utilities (HUF 28,000) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around HUF 514,300/month.