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Paks vs Budapest

Hungary vs Hungary · 98 km apart

Paks

Hungary

Ft192,832 ($528)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Budapest

Hungary

Ft287,080 ($787)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpensePaksBudapestCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$5.40$7.80Paks
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$21.60$31.20Paks
Cappuccino$1.62$2.34Paks
Monthly groceries (single person)$122$177Paks
Monthly public transport pass$19.80$28.60Paks
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$52.20$75.40Paks
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$15.12$21.84Paks
Fitness club membership$15.12$21.84Paks
Cinema ticket$3.96$5.72Paks
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$242$383Paks
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$168$267Paks
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$505$800Paks
Total single-person budget$528$787Paks
Average net salary$1,080$1,560

Verdict

Paks is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Paks runs about $528 versus $787 in Budapest — a difference of roughly 49%.

Salary-adjusted, Budapest 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 Paks  ·  Full cost of living in Budapest

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paks cheaper than Budapest?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $528 per month in Paks versus $787 in Budapest — about 49% less.
How far is Paks from Budapest?
The straight-line distance between Paks and Budapest is approximately 98 km (61 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Paks or Budapest?
The estimated average net salary is $1,080 in Paks and $1,560 in Budapest. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $552 in Paks versus $773 in Budapest per month.