Slovakia vs Slovakia · 168 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Bratislava | Žilina | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.58 | $6.60 | Žilina |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $34.32 | $26.40 | Žilina |
| Cappuccino | $2.57 | $1.98 | Žilina |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $194 | $150 | Žilina |
| Monthly public transport pass | $31.46 | $24.20 | Žilina |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $82.94 | $63.80 | Žilina |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.02 | $18.48 | Žilina |
| Fitness club membership | $24.02 | $18.48 | Žilina |
| Cinema ticket | $6.29 | $4.84 | Žilina |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $415 | $299 | Žilina |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $289 | $208 | Žilina |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $866 | $624 | Žilina |
| Total single-person budget | $861 | $648 | Žilina |
| Average net salary | $1,820 | $1,400 |
Žilina is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bratislava runs about $861 versus $648 in Žilina — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Bratislava 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 Bratislava · Full cost of living in Žilina