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Cost of Living in Debrecen

Debrecen, Hajdú-Bihar, Hungary · Population 328,642

▲ +0% vs Hungary average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Ft230,135 ($631)
Couple, monthlyFt412,699 ($1,131)
Family of four, monthlyFt537,811 ($1,473)

Estimated Prices in Debrecen

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFt2,321 ($6.36)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFt9,286 ($25.44)per meal
CappuccinoFt696 ($1.91)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Ft52,618 ($144)per month
Monthly public transport passFt8,512 ($23.32)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFt22,440 ($61.48)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Ft6,500 ($17.81)per month
Fitness club membershipFt6,500 ($17.81)per month
Cinema ticketFt1,702 ($4.66)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFt108,351 ($297)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFt75,375 ($207)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFt226,125 ($620)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Debrecen is Ft464,280 ($1,272) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Ft230,135 ($631) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Ft299,175 ($820) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Ft75,375 ($207)) represents about 33% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Hajdúsámson

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Hajdúhadház

17 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Hajdúböszörmény

18 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Hajdúszoboszló

21 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Balmazújváros

24 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Újfehértó

30 km away · Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg

Berettyóújfalu

35 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Hajdúnánás

39 km away · Hajdú-Bihar

Other Major Cities in Hungary

Budapest

Budapest · pop. 3,067,751

Ft287,080 ($787) / mo

Miskolc

Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén · pop. 294,144

Ft230,135 ($631) / mo

Szeged

Csongrád-Csanád · pop. 239,025

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Szombathely

Vas · pop. 147,920

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Pécs

Baranya · pop. 139,412

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Győr

Győr-Moson-Sopron · pop. 129,373

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Nyíregyháza

Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg · pop. 114,873

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Kecskemét

Bács-Kiskun · pop. 108,651

Ft216,080 ($592) / mo

Living in Debrecen

Debrecen is one of the key cities in Hungary. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Ft230,135 ($631), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Ft75,375 ($207) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Ft537,811 ($1,473) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Ft412,699 ($1,131) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Debrecen is Ft464,280 ($1,272). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Ft299,175 ($820) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Debrecen expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Ft230,135 ($631) per month in Debrecen including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Hungary.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Debrecen?
A net salary of around Ft299,175 ($820) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Debrecen with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Debrecen is Ft464,280 ($1,272).
How much is rent in Debrecen?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Ft108,351 ($297) per month in the city centre and Ft75,375 ($207) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Ft226,125 ($620).
Is Debrecen cheaper than Hungary on average?
No — Debrecen is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Hungary average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Debrecen?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Ft52,618 ($144) in Debrecen. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Ft2,321 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around Ft696 ($2).
How do transport costs in Debrecen compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Debrecen is estimated at Ft8,512 ($23). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Debrecen are estimates based on Hungary national averages adjusted for city size (population 328,642). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.