City in Silesia, Poland
Cost of living in Katowice
How much a month costs in Katowice
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,800–2,700 (zł7,000–10,500).
Prices in Katowice
Typical 2026 ranges in PLN, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | PLN | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | zł2,500–3,800 | $643–977 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | zł1,800–2,800 | $463–720 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | zł60–110 | $15–28 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | zł260–480 | $67–123 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | zł25–42 | $6.4–10.8 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | zł60–110 | $15–28 |
| Cappuccino | zł12–18 | $3.1–4.6 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | zł10–17 | $2.6–4.4 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | zł4–7 | $1.0–1.8 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | zł18–35 | $4.6–9.0 |
| Work and life | ||
| Coworking day pass | zł50–95 | $13–24 |
| Gym membership (month) | zł130–230 | $33–59 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | zł25–60 | $6.4–15.4 |
Value for money: 36/100
A value score of 36/100 means Katowice gives more quality of life per dollar than 35% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 67/100. It's the 9th most affordable of 11 places we cover in Poland.
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Cost of living across Poland
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Katowice
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Katowice?
About $1,080–1,410 on a lean budget, $1,800–2,700 for a comfortable month and $3,090–4,630 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Katowice?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs zł2,500–3,800 ($643–977) a month in the center and zł1,800–2,800 ($463–720) outside it.
How much does food cost in Katowice?
A local meal is zł25–42 ($6.4–10.8); a mid-range restaurant is zł60–110 ($15–28) per person.
Is Poland expensive?
Prices in Poland are about 52% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Metropolitan Transport Authority (ZTM) Katowice
- Katowice Airport
- City of Katowice
- PKP Intercity
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.