Romania vs Romania · 182 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Bucharest | Craiova | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.41 | $5.70 | Craiova |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $29.64 | $22.80 | Craiova |
| Cappuccino | $2.22 | $1.71 | Craiova |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $168 | $129 | Craiova |
| Monthly public transport pass | $27.17 | $20.90 | Craiova |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $71.63 | $55.10 | Craiova |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.75 | $15.96 | Craiova |
| Fitness club membership | $20.75 | $15.96 | Craiova |
| Cinema ticket | $5.43 | $4.18 | Craiova |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $351 | $253 | Craiova |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $244 | $176 | Craiova |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $733 | $528 | Craiova |
| Total single-person budget | $738 | $556 | Craiova |
| Average net salary | $1,495 | $1,150 |
Craiova is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bucharest runs about $738 versus $556 in Craiova — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Bucharest 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 Bucharest · Full cost of living in Craiova