City in Greater Poland, Poland
Cost of living in Poznan
How much a month costs in Poznan
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,540–2,260 (zł6,000–8,800).
Prices in Poznan
Typical 2026 ranges in PLN, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | PLN | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | zł3,000–4,800 | $771–1,230 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | zł2,400–3,700 | $617–951 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | zł55–110 | $14–28 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | zł300–550 | $77–141 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | zł22–38 | $5.7–9.8 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | zł55–100 | $14–26 |
| Cappuccino | zł12–17 | $3.1–4.4 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | zł12–20 | $3.1–5.1 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | zł4–7 | $1.0–1.8 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | zł18–30 | $4.6–7.7 |
| Work and life | ||
| Coworking day pass | zł60–100 | $15–26 |
| Gym membership (month) | zł130–220 | $33–57 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | zł30–60 | $7.7–15.4 |
Value for money: 57/100
A value score of 57/100 means Poznan gives more quality of life per dollar than 56% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 73/100. It's the 4th 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 Poznan
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Poznan?
About $926–1,230 on a lean budget, $1,540–2,260 for a comfortable month and $3,090–4,890 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Poznan?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs zł3,000–4,800 ($771–1,230) a month in the center and zł2,400–3,700 ($617–951) outside it.
How much does food cost in Poznan?
A local meal is zł22–38 ($5.7–9.8); a mid-range restaurant is zł55–100 ($14–26) 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
- Poznań public transport (ZTM)
- Poznań–Ławica Airport
- Poznań tourism
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 Spotted something out of date?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.