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Cost of Living in Irákleia

Irákleia, Kentrikí Makedonía, Greece · Population 3,874

▼ -16% vs Greece average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€595 ($646)
Couple, monthly€1,060 ($1,152)
Family of four, monthly€1,376 ($1,495)

Estimated Prices in Irákleia

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€6.21 ($6.75)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€24.84 ($27.00)per meal
Cappuccino€1.86 ($2.03)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€141 ($153)per month
Monthly public transport pass€22.77 ($24.75)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€60.03 ($65.25)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€17.39 ($18.90)per month
Fitness club membership€17.39 ($18.90)per month
Cinema ticket€4.55 ($4.95)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€260 ($282)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€181 ($196)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€542 ($589)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Irákleia is €1,076 ($1,170) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €595 ($646) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €773 ($840) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€181 ($196)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Greece

Athens

Attikí · pop. 3,059,764

€884 ($961) / mo

Thessaloníki

Kentrikí Makedonía · pop. 802,572

€709 ($771) / mo

Piraeus

Attikí · pop. 448,051

€709 ($771) / mo

Irákleio

Kríti · pop. 211,370

€666 ($724) / mo

Pátra

Dytikí Elláda · pop. 173,600

€666 ($724) / mo

Lárisa

Thessalía · pop. 146,377

€666 ($724) / mo

Peristéri

Attikí · pop. 133,630

€666 ($724) / mo

Acharnés

Attikí · pop. 100,857

€666 ($724) / mo

Living in Irákleia

Irákleia is one of the key cities in Greece. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €595 ($646), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €181 ($196) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,376 ($1,495) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,060 ($1,152) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Irákleia is €1,076 ($1,170). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €773 ($840) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irákleia expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €595 ($646) per month in Irákleia including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Greece.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Irákleia?
A net salary of around €773 ($840) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Irákleia with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Irákleia is €1,076 ($1,170).
How much is rent in Irákleia?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €260 ($282) per month in the city centre and €181 ($196) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €542 ($589).
Is Irákleia cheaper than Greece on average?
Yes — Irákleia is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Greece average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Irákleia?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €141 ($153) in Irákleia. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Irákleia compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Irákleia is estimated at €23 ($25). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Irákleia are estimates based on Greece national averages adjusted for city size (population 3,874). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.