Cost of Living in Warsaw
Poland • Pop: 1.8M
Warsaw is a rapidly growing tech hub with very low costs.
Growing tech hubVery affordableModern infrastructureCentral Europe
Cost Index
48
Rent Index
38
Avg Net Salary
£1,600/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
48
52% cheaperRent
38
62% cheaperGroceries
45
55% cheaperRestaurants
42
58% cheaperTransport
52
48% cheaperUtilities
55
45% cheaperSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Warsaw to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Warsaw | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £14,400 | Save £15,600 |
| £40,000 | £19,200 | Save £20,800 |
| £50,000 | £24,000 | Save £26,000 |
| £60,000 | £28,800 | Save £31,200 |
| £75,000 | £36,000 | Save £39,000 |
| £100,000 | £48,000 | Save £52,000 |
Living in Warsaw: What to Expect
Warsaw has a cost of living index of 48, meaning it is 52% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Warsaw is approximately zł8,000 (£1,600 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 38
- Groceries: Index of 45
- Restaurants: Index of 42
- Transport: Index of 52
- Utilities: Index of 55
Key highlights: Growing tech hub, Very affordable, Modern infrastructure, Central Europe.
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