Prague, Czech Republic, Czech Republic — cost of living
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Prague, Czech Republic

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About Prague, Czech Republic

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$696
Family of 4 / mo
$1,748
Avg salary (after tax)
$2,177

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic , is a beautiful city known for its stunning architecture and rich history. Often called "The City of a Hundred Spires," Prague is famous for its charming old town, where you can find the impressive Astronomical Clock and the beautiful Charles Bridge. The city is also home to Prague Castle, one of the largest castles in the world, which offers amazing views of the city.

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 $51.16
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $105.9
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $128.85
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $110.74

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,120
  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.19

Food - Beverages

  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $1.55
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.17
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.49
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.8
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.8

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $10.1
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $53.28
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $9.39

Food - Grocery

  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.17
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.94
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.2
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $4.4
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.22
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.1
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.8
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.83
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $8.42
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $7.55
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.43
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $10.39
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $13.28
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.85
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.66
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.56
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $15.57

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $608.85
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,124
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $869.99
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,162
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,447
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $881.77

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $58.87
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $17.35
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $11.22
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $906.64
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $13,402

Transportation

  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $30.84
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $31,284
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,405
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $20.19
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $2.62
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.53
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.76

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $27.09
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $300.71

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.

Full methodology, assumptions, and formulas live on our About page.