Town in Karlovy Vary Region, Czech Republic
Cost of living in Karlovy Vary
How much a month costs in Karlovy Vary
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,840–2,760 (Kč40,000–60,000).
Prices in Karlovy Vary
Typical 2026 ranges in CZK, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | CZK | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | Kč14,000–22,000 | $645–1,010 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | Kč11,000–17,000 | $506–783 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | Kč400–800 | $18–37 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | Kč1,800–3,800 | $83–175 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | Kč150–230 | $6.9–10.6 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | Kč300–550 | $14–25 |
| Cappuccino | Kč70–110 | $3.2–5.1 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | Kč50–90 | $2.3–4.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | Kč20–30 | $0.9–1.4 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | Kč100–200 | $4.6–9.2 |
| Work and life | ||
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | Kč400–700 | $18–32 |
Value for money: 36/100
A value score of 36/100 means Karlovy Vary gives more quality of life per dollar than 35% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 68/100. It's the 2nd most affordable of 4 places we cover in Czech Republic.
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Cost of living across Czech Republic
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Český Krumlov | $1,840–2,760 | 44/100 |
| Karlovy Vary | $1,840–2,760 | 36/100 |
| Brno | $2,070–2,990 | 32/100 |
| Prague | $2,530–3,680 | 15/100 |
Cheaper alternatives to Karlovy Vary
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Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Karlovy Vary?
About $1,010–1,380 on a lean budget, $1,840–2,760 for a comfortable month and $3,680–5,980 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Karlovy Vary?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs Kč14,000–22,000 ($645–1,010) a month in the center and Kč11,000–17,000 ($506–783) outside it.
How much does food cost in Karlovy Vary?
A local meal is Kč150–230 ($6.9–10.6); a mid-range restaurant is Kč300–550 ($14–25) per person.
Is Czech Republic expensive?
Prices in Czech Republic are about 59% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Karlovy Vary city
- Karlovy Vary Regional Hospital
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.