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Cost of Living in Varėna

Varėna, Varėna, Lithuania · Population 8,042

▼ -16% vs Lithuania average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€549 ($596)
Couple, monthly€979 ($1,064)
Family of four, monthly€1,270 ($1,381)

Estimated Prices in Varėna

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€5.71 ($6.21)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€22.85 ($24.84)per meal
Cappuccino€1.71 ($1.86)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€129 ($141)per month
Monthly public transport pass€20.95 ($22.77)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€55.23 ($60.03)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€16.00 ($17.39)per month
Fitness club membership€16.00 ($17.39)per month
Cinema ticket€4.19 ($4.55)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€241 ($262)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€168 ($182)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€503 ($547)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Varėna is €1,242 ($1,350) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €549 ($596) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €713 ($775) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€168 ($182)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Alytus

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Likiškiai

43 km away · Alytus

Druskininkai

44 km away · Druskininkai

Trakai

52 km away · Trakai

Šalčininkai

54 km away · Šalčininkai

Birštonas

55 km away · Birštonas

Lentvaris

56 km away · Trakai

Aukštieji Paneriai

60 km away · Vilniaus Miestas

Other Major Cities in Lithuania

Vilnius

Vilniaus Miestas · pop. 767,907

€816 ($887) / mo

Kaunas

Kauno Miestas · pop. 410,475

€654 ($711) / mo

Klaipėda

Klaipėdos Miestas · pop. 158,420

€615 ($668) / mo

Šiauliai

Šiaulių Miestas · pop. 104,300

€615 ($668) / mo

Panevėžys

Panevėžio Miestas · pop. 87,913

€615 ($668) / mo

Alytus

Alytaus Miestas · pop. 51,856

€615 ($668) / mo

Living in Varėna

Varėna is one of the key cities in Lithuania. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €549 ($596), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €168 ($182) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,270 ($1,381) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €979 ($1,064) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Varėna is €1,242 ($1,350). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €713 ($775) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Varėna expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €549 ($596) per month in Varėna including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Lithuania.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Varėna?
A net salary of around €713 ($775) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Varėna with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Varėna is €1,242 ($1,350).
How much is rent in Varėna?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €241 ($262) per month in the city centre and €168 ($182) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €503 ($547).
Is Varėna cheaper than Lithuania on average?
Yes — Varėna is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Lithuania average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Varėna?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €129 ($141) in Varėna. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Varėna compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Varėna is estimated at €21 ($23). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Varėna are estimates based on Lithuania national averages adjusted for city size (population 8,042). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.