Greece
Cost of Living in Athens
Monthly Total
$1,903
$33,303
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$682
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$41
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$682
$11,935
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$213
$3,728
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$153
$2,678
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$204
$3,570
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$105
$1,838
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$41
$718
Monthly Total
$1,903
$33,303
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