Bacau, Romania, Romania — cost of living
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Bacau, Romania

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Bacau, Romania

About Bacau, Romania

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$456
Family of 4 / mo
$1,181
Avg salary (after tax)
$680

Bacau is a lovely city located in Romania , surrounded by beautiful mountains and lush green landscapes. It is known for its rich history and culture, making it a great place to explore. The city has many parks where families can relax and enjoy nature.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $51.44
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $91.35
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $104.78
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $78.6

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.88
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $676.36

Food - Beverages

  • CappuccinoUSD $1.42
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.42
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.14
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.86
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.42

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $7.15
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $25.72
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $17.15

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.75
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.86
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $6.29
  • Dozen EggsUSD $3.77
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.78
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.92
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.04
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $6.77
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.26
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.04
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.45
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.51
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.42
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.65
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.62
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $0.63

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $366.51
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $325.46
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $608.64
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $598.57
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $136.04
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $127.63

Leisure

  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $6,287
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $17.15
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.71
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $314.37
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $37.15

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.63
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $22,617
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $7.15
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.16
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.71
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $17.86
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $22,863

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $12.11
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $160.64

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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