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Cost of Living in Žilina

Žilina, Žilina, Slovakia · Population 79,873

▼ -6% vs Slovakia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)€596 ($648)
Couple, monthly€1,067 ($1,160)
Family of four, monthly€1,389 ($1,510)

Estimated Prices in Žilina

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant€6.07 ($6.60)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range€24.29 ($26.40)per meal
Cappuccino€1.82 ($1.98)each
Monthly groceries (single person)€138 ($150)per month
Monthly public transport pass€22.26 ($24.20)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment€58.70 ($63.80)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)€17.00 ($18.48)per month
Fitness club membership€17.00 ($18.48)per month
Cinema ticket€4.45 ($4.84)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre€275 ($299)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre€191 ($208)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre€574 ($624)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Žilina is €1,288 ($1,400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of €596 ($648) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly €775 ($842) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (€191 ($208)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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25 km away · Žilina

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Other Major Cities in Slovakia

Bratislava

Bratislava · pop. 480,902

€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

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

Trenčín

Trenčin · pop. 54,104

€596 ($648) / mo

Living in Žilina

Žilina is one of the key cities in Slovakia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is €596 ($648), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around €191 ($208) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to €1,389 ($1,510) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately €1,067 ($1,160) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Žilina is €1,288 ($1,400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least €775 ($842) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Žilina expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated €596 ($648) per month in Žilina including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Slovakia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Žilina?
A net salary of around €775 ($842) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Žilina with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Žilina is €1,288 ($1,400).
How much is rent in Žilina?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated €275 ($299) per month in the city centre and €191 ($208) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about €574 ($624).
Is Žilina cheaper than Slovakia on average?
Yes — Žilina is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Slovakia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Žilina?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at €138 ($150) in Žilina. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about €6 ($7) and a cappuccino runs around €2 ($2).
How do transport costs in Žilina compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Žilina is estimated at €22 ($24). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Žilina are estimates based on Slovakia national averages adjusted for city size (population 79,873). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.