Kosice, Slovakia, Slovakia — cost of living
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Kosice, Slovakia

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About Kosice, Slovakia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$656
Family of 4 / mo
$1,682
Avg salary (after tax)
$1,265

Košice is a charming city in eastern Slovakia , known for its rich history and beautiful architecture. It is the largest city in the region and has a lively atmosphere filled with culture and tradition. The city center is home to stunning buildings, including the impressive St.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Košice· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $107.25
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $91.55
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $46.76
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $82.85

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.18
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $1,178

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.29
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.51
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.38
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.94
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.84

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $7.93
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $48.27
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.26

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $14.76
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $1.83
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.02
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.21
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $4.29
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.1
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.03
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.62
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.78
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.28
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $5.95
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.18
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.86
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.99
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.68
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.21
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.07

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $374.75
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $679.07
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $572.56
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,030
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $844.67
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $293

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $42.3
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $14.54
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $9.91
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $366.4
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,305

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.64
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $3.97
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $27,764
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $13.48
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $33.06
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,034
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.2

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $25.1
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $305.08

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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