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Piraeus vs Athens

Greece vs Greece · 8 km apart

Piraeus

Greece

€709 ($771)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Athens

Greece

€884 ($961)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Piraeus is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Piraeus runs about $771 versus $961 in Athens — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Piraeus  ·  Full cost of living in Athens

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Piraeus cheaper than Athens?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $771 per month in Piraeus versus $961 in Athens — about 25% less.
How far is Piraeus from Athens?
The straight-line distance between Piraeus and Athens is approximately 8 km (5 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Piraeus or Athens?
The estimated average net salary is $1,378 in Piraeus and $1,690 in Athens. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $607 in Piraeus versus $729 in Athens per month.