Krakow, Poland

In 2026, a single person living in Krakow needs approximately PLN 5,779/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around PLN 11,465/month. Krakow is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Krakow costs approximately PLN 3,252/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around PLN 6,167/month. Rent has changed +4.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Krakow are approximately PLN 1,547 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Krakow costs PLN 123 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Krakow average PLN 516 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Krakow is located in Poland (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of PLN 3,252/month and total single-person expenses around PLN 5,779/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Krakow costs approximately PLN 43 in 2026. Budget around PLN 341/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Krakow from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 27.4% over this period (from PLN 2,552 in 2022 to PLN 3,252 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Krakow in 2026, a single person needs approximately PLN 5,779/month. This covers rent (PLN 3,252), groceries (PLN 1,547), transport (PLN 123), utilities (PLN 516) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around PLN 11,465/month.