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Athens vs Piraeus

Greece vs Greece · 8 km apart

Athens

Greece

€884 ($961)

single / month

VS

Piraeus

Greece

€709 ($771)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAthensPiraeusCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.75$7.95Piraeus
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.00$31.80Piraeus
Cappuccino$2.93$2.39Piraeus
Monthly groceries (single person)$221$180Piraeus
Monthly public transport pass$35.75$29.15Piraeus
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$94.25$76.85Piraeus
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.30$22.26Piraeus
Fitness club membership$27.30$22.26Piraeus
Cinema ticket$7.15$5.83Piraeus
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$447$346Piraeus
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$311$241Piraeus
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$933$723Piraeus
Total single-person budget$961$771Piraeus
Average net salary$1,690$1,378

Verdict

Piraeus is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Athens runs about $961 versus $771 in Piraeus — a difference of roughly 20%.

Salary-adjusted, Athens leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Athens  ·  Full cost of living in Piraeus

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athens cheaper than Piraeus?
No. Athens costs an estimated $961 per month for a single person, about 20% more than Piraeus at $771.
How far is Athens from Piraeus?
The straight-line distance between Athens and Piraeus is approximately 8 km (5 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Athens or Piraeus?
The estimated average net salary is $1,690 in Athens and $1,378 in Piraeus. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $729 in Athens versus $607 in Piraeus per month.