Cost of Living in Krakow
Poland • Pop: 0.8M
Krakow offers historic charm with growing IT industry at low costs.
Beautiful old townVery low costsIT outsourcing hubStudent city
Cost Index
42
Rent Index
32
Avg Net Salary
£1,400/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
42
58% cheaperRent
32
68% cheaperGroceries
42
58% cheaperRestaurants
38
62% cheaperTransport
48
52% cheaperUtilities
52
48% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Krakow to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Krakow | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £12,600 | Save £17,400 |
| £40,000 | £16,800 | Save £23,200 |
| £50,000 | £21,000 | Save £29,000 |
| £60,000 | £25,200 | Save £34,800 |
| £75,000 | £31,500 | Save £43,500 |
| £100,000 | £42,000 | Save £58,000 |
Living in Krakow: What to Expect
Krakow has a cost of living index of 42, meaning it is 58% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Krakow is approximately zł7,000 (£1,400 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 32
- Groceries: Index of 42
- Restaurants: Index of 38
- Transport: Index of 48
- Utilities: Index of 52
Key highlights: Beautiful old town, Very low costs, IT outsourcing hub, Student city.
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