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Cost of Living in Prague

Prague, Praha, Czech Republic · Population 1,397,880 · National capital

▲ +25% vs Czech Republic average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Kč22,206 ($957)
Couple, monthlyKč40,021 ($1,725)
Family of four, monthlyKč52,344 ($2,256)

Estimated Prices in Prague

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantKč217 ($9.36)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeKč869 ($37.44)per meal
CappuccinoKč65.15 ($2.81)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Kč4,922 ($212)per month
Monthly public transport passKč796 ($34.32)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentKč2,099 ($90.48)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Kč608 ($26.21)per month
Fitness club membershipKč608 ($26.21)per month
Cinema ticketKč159 ($6.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreKč11,111 ($479)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreKč7,729 ($333)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreKč23,187 ($999)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Prague is Kč48,256 ($2,080) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Kč22,206 ($957) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Kč28,868 ($1,244) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Kč7,729 ($333)) represents about 35% of the total single-person budget.

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15 km away · Středočeský Kraj

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19 km away · Středočeský Kraj

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Other Major Cities in Czech Republic

Brno

Jihomoravský Kraj · pop. 402,739

Kč17,793 ($767) / mo

Ostrava

Moravskoslezský Kraj · pop. 283,187

Kč17,793 ($767) / mo

Plzeň

Plzeňský Kraj · pop. 187,928

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

Liberec

Liberecký Kraj · pop. 108,090

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

Olomouc

Olomoucký Kraj · pop. 103,063

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

České Budějovice

Jihočeský Kraj · pop. 97,231

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

Hradec Králové

Královéhradecký Kraj · pop. 94,311

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

Pardubice

Pardubický Kraj · pop. 92,319

Kč16,704 ($720) / mo

Living in Prague

Prague is the capital and one of the key cities in Czech Republic. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Kč22,206 ($957), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Kč7,729 ($333) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Kč52,344 ($2,256) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Kč40,021 ($1,725) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Prague is Kč48,256 ($2,080). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Kč28,868 ($1,244) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prague expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Kč22,206 ($957) per month in Prague including rent outside the city centre. That is 25% more than the national average for Czech Republic.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Prague?
A net salary of around Kč28,868 ($1,244) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Prague with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Prague is Kč48,256 ($2,080).
How much is rent in Prague?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Kč11,111 ($479) per month in the city centre and Kč7,729 ($333) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Kč23,187 ($999).
Is Prague cheaper than Czech Republic on average?
No — Prague is estimated to be about 25% more expensive than the Czech Republic average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
What is the cost of groceries in Prague?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Kč4,922 ($212) in Prague. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Kč217 ($9) and a cappuccino runs around Kč65 ($3).
How do transport costs in Prague compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Prague is estimated at Kč796 ($34). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Prague are estimates based on Czech Republic national averages adjusted for city size (population 1,397,880) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.