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Cost of Living in Santa Luċija

Santa Luċija, Santa Luċija, Malta

▼ -13% vs Malta average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€748 ($813)
Couple, monthly€1,352 ($1,469)
Family of four, monthly€1,772 ($1,926)

Estimated Prices in Santa Luċija

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€7.19 ($7.81)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€28.75 ($31.25)per meal
Cappuccino€2.16 ($2.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€163 ($177)per month
Monthly public transport pass€26.35 ($28.64)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€69.47 ($75.52)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€20.12 ($21.87)per month
Fitness club membership€20.12 ($21.87)per month
Cinema ticket€5.27 ($5.73)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€386 ($420)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€269 ($292)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€807 ($877)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Santa Luċija is €1,540 ($1,674) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €748 ($813) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €972 ($1,057) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€269 ($292)) represents about 36% of the total single-person budget.

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Living in Santa Luċija

Santa Luċija is one of the key cities in Malta. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €748 ($813), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €269 ($292) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,772 ($1,926) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,352 ($1,469) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Santa Luċija is €1,540 ($1,674). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €972 ($1,057) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santa Luċija expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €748 ($813) per month in Santa Luċija including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Malta.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Santa Luċija?
A net salary of around €972 ($1,057) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Santa Luċija with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Santa Luċija is €1,540 ($1,674).
How much is rent in Santa Luċija?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €386 ($420) per month in the city centre and €269 ($292) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €807 ($877).
Is Santa Luċija cheaper than Malta on average?
Yes — Santa Luċija is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Malta average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Santa Luċija?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €163 ($177) in Santa Luċija. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €7 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Santa Luċija compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Santa Luċija is estimated at €26 ($29). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Santa Luċija are estimates based on Malta national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.