City in Lesser Poland, Poland
Cost of living in Krakow
How much a month costs in Krakow
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,800–2,570 (zł7,000–10,000).
Prices in Krakow
Typical 2026 ranges in PLN, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | PLN | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | zł3,500–5,500 | $900–1,410 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | zł2,800–4,200 | $720–1,080 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | zł60–130 | $15–33 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | zł350–650 | $90–167 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | zł25–40 | $6.4–10.3 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | zł60–110 | $15–28 |
| Cappuccino | zł12–18 | $3.1–4.6 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | zł14–22 | $3.6–5.7 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | zł5–8 | $1.3–2.1 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | zł20–35 | $5.1–9.0 |
| Work and life | ||
| Coworking day pass | zł70–120 | $18–31 |
| Gym membership (month) | zł150–250 | $39–64 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | zł30–60 | $7.7–15.4 |
Value for money: 43/100
A value score of 43/100 means Krakow gives more quality of life per dollar than 42% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 71/100. It's the 7th 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 Krakow
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Krakow?
About $1,030–1,410 on a lean budget, $1,800–2,570 for a comfortable month and $3,600–5,660 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Krakow?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs zł3,500–5,500 ($900–1,410) a month in the center and zł2,800–4,200 ($720–1,080) outside it.
How much does food cost in Krakow?
A local meal is zł25–40 ($6.4–10.3); 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
- Kraków public transport (ZTP)
- Kraków Airport
- Kraków tourist information
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 Spotted something out of date?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.