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Cost of Living in Gjakovë

Gjakovë, Gjakovë, Kosovo

▼ -13% vs Kosovo average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€351 ($381)
Couple, monthly€620 ($674)
Family of four, monthly€799 ($869)

Estimated Prices in Gjakovë

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€3.85 ($4.19)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€15.40 ($16.74)per meal
Cappuccino€1.16 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€87.27 ($94.86)per month
Monthly public transport pass€14.12 ($15.35)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€37.22 ($40.46)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€10.78 ($11.72)per month
Fitness club membership€10.78 ($11.72)per month
Cinema ticket€2.82 ($3.07)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€135 ($147)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€94.10 ($102)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€282 ($307)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Gjakovë is €471 ($512) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €351 ($381) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €456 ($496) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€94 ($102)) represents about 27% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Kosovo

Pristina

Prishtinë · pop. 227,466

€502 ($545) / mo

Prizren

Prizren · pop. 186,986

€379 ($412) / mo

Ferizaj

Ferizaj · pop. 180,583

€379 ($412) / mo

Pejë

Pejë · pop. 96,450

€379 ($412) / mo

Gjilan

Gjilan · pop. 82,980

€379 ($412) / mo

Mitrovicë

pop. 71,601

€379 ($412) / mo

Podujevë

Podujevë · pop. 70,975

€379 ($412) / mo

Vushtrri

Vushtrri · pop. 61,528

€379 ($412) / mo

Living in Gjakovë

Gjakovë is one of the key cities in Kosovo. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €351 ($381), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €94 ($102) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €799 ($869) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €620 ($674) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Gjakovë is €471 ($512). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €456 ($496) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gjakovë expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €351 ($381) per month in Gjakovë including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Kosovo.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Gjakovë?
A net salary of around €456 ($496) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Gjakovë with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Gjakovë is €471 ($512).
How much is rent in Gjakovë?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €135 ($147) per month in the city centre and €94 ($102) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €282 ($307).
Is Gjakovë cheaper than Kosovo on average?
Yes — Gjakovë is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Kosovo average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Gjakovë?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €87 ($95) in Gjakovë. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €4 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around €1 ($1).
How do transport costs in Gjakovë compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Gjakovë is estimated at €14 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Gjakovë are estimates based on Kosovo national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.