How Albania compares across key indices
Cost of Living
49 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
85/100
Healthcare
70/100
Quality of Life
154/200
How far your money goes in Albania
Cost of Living
49
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
37
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
49
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
52
100 = NYC dining
How safe residents feel in Albania - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
85/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
0 point drop from day to night
Albania has 23 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $975 in Pogradec to $1,215 in Tirana. Durrës leads on safety, scoring 85/100. Pogradec ranks highest for quality of life at 157/200.
Pogradec
$975/mo
Durrës
85/100
Pogradec
157/200
Tirana
78/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirana | $1,215 | 82/100 | 156/200 | 78/100 | 35 |
| Durrës | $1,046 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 70/100 | 29 |
| Vlorë | $1,019 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 68/100 | 27 |
| Elbasan | $1,012 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 68/100 | 26 |
| Shkodër | $1,009 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 68/100 | 26 |
| Lushnjë | $987 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Berat | $986 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Fier-Çifçi | $985 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Korçë | $983 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Fier | $982 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Krujë | $977 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 24 |
| Pogradec | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Kukës | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Kuçovë | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Kavajë | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Bulqizë | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Gjirokastër | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Librazhd | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Patos Fshat | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Sarandë | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Lezhë | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Peqin | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
| Patos | $975 | 85/100 | 157/200 | 66/100 | 23 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Verified school profiles for families comparing language model, grade range, credentials, and admissions next steps in Albania. Tuition appears only when published in verified public sources.
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Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Albania
Pollution Index
31/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
15.7ug/m3
Moderate
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Common questions about living in Albania, answered with data
Albania has a cost of living index of 49 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,012 in Elbasan and reach $1,215 in Tirana.
Elbasan is the most affordable city in Albania in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,012 for a single person including rent. Vlorë is the next most affordable at $1,019/mo.
Albania has a safety index of 85/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Durrës scores highest on safety at 85/100.
Vlorë ranks highest for quality of life in Albania, scoring 157/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,019/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Elbasan offers the lowest monthly costs at $1,012/mo.
Albania scores 70/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Yes. Albania's cost of living is roughly 51% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 63% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
Albania has a pollution index of 31/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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