Debrecen, Hungary, Hungary — cost of living
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Debrecen, Hungary

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Debrecen, Hungary

About Debrecen, Hungary

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$467
Family of 4 / mo
$1,181
Avg salary (after tax)
$930

Debrecen is the second-largest city in Hungary and is known for its rich history and vibrant culture. Located in the eastern part of the country, it is often called the "Calvinist Rome" because of its strong Protestant heritage. One of the city's main attractions is the Great Reformed Church, which has a stunning tower that offers beautiful views of the surrounding area.

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 $44.3
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $89.79
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $85.89
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $84.76

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.02
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $821.83

Food - Beverages

  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.27
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.82
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.61
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.08
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.05

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $6.33
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $43.51
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $6.96

Food - Grocery

  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.76
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $4.99
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $10.56
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.02
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.84
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.24
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.04
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.1
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.02
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.22
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.44
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $4.74
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.7
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $7.8
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.47
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.58

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $408.22
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $291.83
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $664.54
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $478.63
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $242.53
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $182.27

Leisure

  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $9.39
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $6.33
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $411.38
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $10,021
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $36.51

Transportation

  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $21,455
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $24,129
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.9
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.27
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $21.68
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $13.29
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.53

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $136.01
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $13.47

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

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

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