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Cost of Living in Makó

Makó, Csongrád-Csanád, Hungary · Population 21,703

▼ -16% vs Hungary average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Ft192,832 ($528)
Couple, monthlyFt345,050 ($945)
Family of four, monthlyFt448,937 ($1,230)

Estimated Prices in Makó

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantFt1,971 ($5.40)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeFt7,884 ($21.60)per meal
CappuccinoFt591 ($1.62)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Ft44,676 ($122)per month
Monthly public transport passFt7,227 ($19.80)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentFt19,053 ($52.20)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Ft5,519 ($15.12)per month
Fitness club membershipFt5,519 ($15.12)per month
Cinema ticketFt1,445 ($3.96)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreFt88,309 ($242)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreFt61,432 ($168)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreFt184,297 ($505)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Makó is Ft394,200 ($1,080) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Ft192,832 ($528) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Ft250,682 ($687) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Ft61,432 ($168)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Makó

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Nearby Cities

Szeged

24 km away · Csongrád-Csanád

Hódmezővásárhely

26 km away · Hódmezővásárhely

Orosháza

41 km away · Békés

Szentes

51 km away · Csongrád-Csanád

Csongrád

60 km away · Csongrád-Csanád

Kiskunmajsa

65 km away · Bács-Kiskun

Békéscsaba

69 km away · Békés

Szarvas

71 km away · Békés

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 Makó

Makó is one of the key cities in Hungary. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Ft192,832 ($528), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Ft61,432 ($168) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Ft448,937 ($1,230) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Ft345,050 ($945) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Makó is Ft394,200 ($1,080). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Ft250,682 ($687) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Makó expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Ft192,832 ($528) per month in Makó including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Hungary.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Makó?
A net salary of around Ft250,682 ($687) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Makó with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Makó is Ft394,200 ($1,080).
How much is rent in Makó?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Ft88,309 ($242) per month in the city centre and Ft61,432 ($168) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Ft184,297 ($505).
Is Makó cheaper than Hungary on average?
Yes — Makó is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Hungary average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Makó?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Ft44,676 ($122) in Makó. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Ft1,971 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Ft591 ($2).
How do transport costs in Makó compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Makó is estimated at Ft7,227 ($20). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Makó are estimates based on Hungary national averages adjusted for city size (population 21,703). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.