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Gyõr · Cost of Living 2026
City Guide · Hungary · Europe

Cost of Living in Gyõr, Hungary
2026 Expat Guide

affordable 51% below the global city average (CoL 87.2)

Gyõr offers a cost of living 57% below New York City (index: 43.1/100). In Hungary, monthly housing costs around ~$340 and food expenses average ~$10 per restaurant visit.

With a population of 134,000, Gyõr is a smaller city in Hungary.

Monthly Budget: $500–800/month  ·  CoL Index: N/A (NYC = 100, global avg 87.2)
🇭🇺 Hungary Pop. 134k Updated April 2026
CoL Index
N/A
NYC = 100
Rent Index
N/A
NYC = 100
1-BR Centre
$340*
monthly rent
Avg. Salary
$982
net/month
Cheap Meal
N/A
restaurant
Groceries
N/A
monthly basket

Key Cost of Living Data

Gyõr 2026 · NYC baseline = 100

Cost of Living
N/A
Rent Index
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Cheap Meal USD
N/A
Monthly Groceries
N/A
Monthly Transport
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CategoryValueNotesSource
CoL IndexN/ANYC baseline = 100 · global avg 87.2GlobalCostData 2026
Rent IndexN/AAvg rent vs NYCGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR City Centre$340*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR Outside Centre$235*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Cheap Restaurant MealN/APer person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly GroceriesN/ASingle person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly TransportN/ATransit pass, USDGlobalCostData 2026

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Affordability snapshot

Rent / Salary ratio
35%

Share of average net salary absorbed by 1-bed city-centre rent. Lower = more disposable income.

Country context · Hungary

Avg net salary
$3,941
Food basket /mo
N/A
Avg rent /mo
$296
Internet speed
94 Mbps
Safety index
8.1
HDI
0.851
Life expectancy
71.5 yrs
Purchasing power
41.2

Housing & Rent

USD per month · 2026

TypeUSD / monthNotes
1-bed, city centre$340*Capital city avg.
1-bed, outside centre$235*Suburbs avg.
Country avg rent$296Hungary (national)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Food & Dining

Per-item prices in USD

ItemPrice (USD)Notes
Cheap restaurant mealN/APer person
Mid-range restaurant (2p)N/A3-course
Monthly groceries (single)N/ASingle person estimate
Country food basketN/AHungary (national avg)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Transport

Monthly costs in USD

TypePrice (USD)Notes
Monthly transit passN/APublic transport avg.

City Insight

In Gyõr, a 1-bedroom city-centre apartment ($340/mo) absorbs approximately 35% of the average net salary ($982/mo). Budget carefully — rent takes a significant share.

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Monthly Budget Estimates

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LifestyleMonthly Budget (USD)Notes
Frugal$500Shared room, basic lifestyle
Comfortable$8001-bed apt, normal expat lifestyle
Western expat$1,300Private apt, regular travel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gyõr cost of living

Is Gyõr good for digital nomads on a budget?
Gyõr is one of the more affordable cities for digital nomads, with a CoL Index of 43.1 (roughly 57% below New York City). A comfortable remote-work lifestyle — including a private apartment, fast internet, and regular dining out — typically costs $431–$603/month, making it highly competitive on a USD or EUR income.
What is the cheapest area to live in Gyõr?
Outside the city centre, a 1-bedroom apartment in Gyõr averages $235/month, compared to $340/month in central areas. Outer districts and emerging neighbourhoods can be even cheaper — local expat forums are the best source for current listings.
How does Gyõr compare to other affordable cities?
With a CoL Index of 43.1, Gyõr sits comfortably in the affordable tier (below 60 on the NYC=100 scale). It compares favourably with similar budget destinations in the region, offering a good balance of infrastructure and low cost that appeals to long-stay travellers and expats alike.
How does Gyõr compare to New York City for cost of living?
Gyõr is approximately 57% cheaper than New York City overall (CoL Index 43.1 vs NYC baseline of 100). Rent specifically is 85% lower than NYC. Expats from NYC will enjoy significant savings.
What is the average salary in Gyõr?
The average net monthly salary in Gyõr is approximately $982, equivalent to around $11,779/year after taxes. Technology, finance, and international companies typically pay above average. Expat packages often include housing allowances on top of the base salary.

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Sources: World Bank Open Data 2026 · GlobalCostData Research 2026. Data verified April 2026. Not financial or legal advice.
Disclaimer: Prices are indicative and vary by neighbourhood and individual lifestyle. Verify with local sources before relocating.