City in Vlore County, Albania
Cost of living in Vlorë
How much a month costs in Vlorë
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,350–1,970 (L110,000–160,000).
Prices in Vlorë
Typical 2026 ranges in ALL, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | ALL | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | L28,000–50,000 | $344–615 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | L20,000–35,000 | $246–430 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | L1,500–2,800 | $18–34 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | L6,000–12,000 | $74–148 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | L500–900 | $6.1–11.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | L1,500–3,000 | $18–37 |
| Cappuccino | L150–300 | $1.8–3.7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | L250–450 | $3.1–5.5 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | L40–100 | $0.5–1.2 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | L500–900 | $6.1–11.1 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | L3,000–6,000 | $37–74 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | L2,600–3,300 | $32–41 |
Value for money: 61/100
A value score of 61/100 means Vlorë gives more quality of life per dollar than 60% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 67/100. It's the 4th 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 Vlorë
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Vlorë?
About $738–984 on a lean budget, $1,350–1,970 for a comfortable month and $2,700–4,300 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Vlorë?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs L28,000–50,000 ($344–615) a month in the center and L20,000–35,000 ($246–430) outside it.
How much does food cost in Vlorë?
A local meal is L500–900 ($6.1–11.1); a mid-range restaurant is L1,500–3,000 ($18–37) per person.
Is Albania expensive?
Prices in Albania are about 43% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Tirana International Airport
- Albania tourism portal
- Vlorë Regional Hospital
- Wolt Vlorë
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 Spotted something out of date?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.