Town in Vlore County, Albania
Cost of living in Himara
How much a month costs in Himara
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,480–2,210 (L120,000–180,000).
Prices in Himara
Typical 2026 ranges in ALL, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | ALL | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | L1,500–2,800 | $18–34 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | L5,000–11,000 | $61–135 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | L600–1,000 | $7.4–12.3 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | L1,800–3,500 | $22–43 |
| Cappuccino | L150–300 | $1.8–3.7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | L300–500 | $3.7–6.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | L200–400 | $2.5–4.9 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | L800–1,500 | $9.8–18.4 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | L1,000–2,000 | $12–25 |
Value for money: 50/100
A value score of 50/100 means Himara gives more quality of life per dollar than 49% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 65/100. It's the 7th most affordable of 11 places we cover in Albania.
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Cost of living across Albania
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Himara
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Himara?
About $799–1,110 on a lean budget, $1,480–2,210 for a comfortable month and $3,070–4,920 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Himara?
A local meal is L600–1,000 ($7.4–12.3); a mid-range restaurant is L1,800–3,500 ($22–43) per person.
Is Albania expensive?
Prices in Albania are about 43% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.