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Cost of Living in Moldava nad Bodvou

Moldava nad Bodvou, Košice, Slovakia · Population 10,284

▼ -16% vs Slovakia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€532 ($578)
Couple, monthly€951 ($1,034)
Family of four, monthly€1,237 ($1,345)

Estimated Prices in Moldava nad Bodvou

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€5.46 ($5.94)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€21.86 ($23.76)per meal
Cappuccino€1.64 ($1.78)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€124 ($135)per month
Monthly public transport pass€20.04 ($21.78)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€52.83 ($57.42)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€15.30 ($16.63)per month
Fitness club membership€15.30 ($16.63)per month
Cinema ticket€4.01 ($4.36)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 Moldava nad Bodvou is €1,159 ($1,260) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €532 ($578) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €692 ($752) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€168 ($182)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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€792 ($861) / mo

Košice

Košice · pop. 222,286

€596 ($648) / mo

Petržalka

Bratislava · pop. 112,118

€596 ($648) / mo

Prešov

Prešov · pop. 81,223

€596 ($648) / mo

Žilina

Žilina · pop. 79,873

€596 ($648) / mo

Nitra

Nitra · pop. 75,301

€596 ($648) / mo

Banská Bystrica

Banská Bystrica · pop. 73,054

€596 ($648) / mo

Trnava

Trnava · pop. 63,184

€596 ($648) / mo

Living in Moldava nad Bodvou

Moldava nad Bodvou is one of the key cities in Slovakia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €532 ($578), 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 €1,237 ($1,345) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €951 ($1,034) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Moldava nad Bodvou is €1,159 ($1,260). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €692 ($752) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moldava nad Bodvou expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €532 ($578) per month in Moldava nad Bodvou including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Slovakia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Moldava nad Bodvou?
A net salary of around €692 ($752) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Moldava nad Bodvou with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Moldava nad Bodvou is €1,159 ($1,260).
How much is rent in Moldava nad Bodvou?
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 Moldava nad Bodvou cheaper than Slovakia on average?
Yes — Moldava nad Bodvou is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Slovakia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Moldava nad Bodvou?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €124 ($135) in Moldava nad Bodvou. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €5 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Moldava nad Bodvou compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Moldava nad Bodvou is estimated at €20 ($22). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Moldava nad Bodvou are estimates based on Slovakia national averages adjusted for city size (population 10,284). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.