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Cost of Living in Kecskemét

Kecskemét, Bács-Kiskun, Hungary · Population 108,651

▼ -6% vs Hungary average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Ft216,080 ($592)
Couple, monthlyFt387,192 ($1,061)
Family of four, monthlyFt504,284 ($1,382)

Estimated Prices in Kecskemét

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFt2,190 ($6.00)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFt8,760 ($24.00)per meal
CappuccinoFt657 ($1.80)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Ft49,640 ($136)per month
Monthly public transport passFt8,030 ($22.00)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFt21,170 ($58.00)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Ft6,132 ($16.80)per month
Fitness club membershipFt6,132 ($16.80)per month
Cinema ticketFt1,606 ($4.40)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFt100,740 ($276)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFt70,080 ($192)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFt210,240 ($576)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Kecskemét is Ft438,000 ($1,200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Ft216,080 ($592) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Ft280,904 ($770) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Ft70,080 ($192)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Kecskemét

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Nearby Cities

Nagykőrös

16 km away · Pest

Lajosmizse

17 km away · Bács-Kiskun

Kiskunfélegyháza

26 km away · Bács-Kiskun

Cegléd

30 km away · Pest

Tiszakécske

31 km away · Bács-Kiskun

Albertirsa

38 km away · Pest

Abony

39 km away · Pest

Csongrád

41 km away · Csongrád-Csanád

Other Major Cities in Hungary

Budapest

Budapest · pop. 3,067,751

Ft287,080 ($787) / mo

Debrecen

Hajdú-Bihar · pop. 328,642

Ft230,135 ($631) / 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

Living in Kecskemét

Kecskemét is one of the key cities in Hungary. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Ft216,080 ($592), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Ft70,080 ($192) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Ft504,284 ($1,382) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Ft387,192 ($1,061) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Kecskemét is Ft438,000 ($1,200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Ft280,904 ($770) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kecskemét expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Ft216,080 ($592) per month in Kecskemét including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Hungary.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Kecskemét?
A net salary of around Ft280,904 ($770) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Kecskemét with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Kecskemét is Ft438,000 ($1,200).
How much is rent in Kecskemét?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Ft100,740 ($276) per month in the city centre and Ft70,080 ($192) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Ft210,240 ($576).
Is Kecskemét cheaper than Hungary on average?
Yes — Kecskemét is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Hungary average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Kecskemét?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Ft49,640 ($136) in Kecskemét. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Ft2,190 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around Ft657 ($2).
How do transport costs in Kecskemét compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Kecskemét is estimated at Ft8,030 ($22). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Kecskemét are estimates based on Hungary national averages adjusted for city size (population 108,651). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.