Debrecen, Hungary

In 2025, a single person living in Debrecen needs approximately HUF 297,883/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around HUF 552,873/month. Debrecen is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Debrecen costs approximately HUF 161,250/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around HUF 279,500/month. Rent has changed +7.5% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Debrecen are approximately HUF 69,875 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Debrecen costs HUF 9,138 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Debrecen average HUF 30,100 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Debrecen is located in Hungary (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of HUF 161,250/month and total single-person expenses around HUF 297,883/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Debrecen costs approximately HUF 3,440 in 2025. Budget around HUF 27,520/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 2025, a single person needs approximately HUF 297,883/month. This covers rent (HUF 161,250), groceries (HUF 69,875), transport (HUF 9,138), utilities (HUF 30,100) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around HUF 552,873/month.