Cost of Living in Prague
Czech Republic • Pop: 1.3M
Prague offers fairy-tale architecture with growing tech sector at affordable costs.
Fairy-tale architectureGrowing tech hubBeer capitalAffordable living
Cost Index
55
Rent Index
42
Avg Net Salary
£1,850/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
55
45% cheaperRent
42
58% cheaperGroceries
58
42% cheaperRestaurants
52
48% cheaperTransport
60
40% cheaperUtilities
65
35% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Prague to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Prague | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £16,500 | Save £13,500 |
| £40,000 | £22,000 | Save £18,000 |
| £50,000 | £27,500 | Save £22,500 |
| £60,000 | £33,000 | Save £27,000 |
| £75,000 | £41,250 | Save £33,750 |
| £100,000 | £55,000 | Save £45,000 |
Living in Prague: What to Expect
Prague has a cost of living index of 55, meaning it is 45% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Prague is approximately Kč55,000 (£1,850 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 42
- Groceries: Index of 58
- Restaurants: Index of 52
- Transport: Index of 60
- Utilities: Index of 65
Key highlights: Fairy-tale architecture, Growing tech hub, Beer capital, Affordable living.
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