European Cost of Living Comparison
Compare the cost of living across 20 major European cities. Rent, groceries, transport and eating out side by side.
✦ London vs Berlin
Monthly cost difference
Berlin is 40% cheaper per month
Est. monthly saving: 1079 GBP
Where your money goes furthest in Europe
The biggest cost in almost every European city is rent. In London and Zurich, rent alone can easily take up 40 to 50 percent of a typical salary. In cities like Warsaw, Bucharest or Athens, a comparable flat costs a fraction of the price, leaving far more room for savings, travel, or just a better standard of living day to day.
Lisbon has become a favourite destination for people wanting Western European infrastructure and lifestyle at Central European prices. That said, rapidly rising demand has pushed Lisbon rents up considerably since 2020, and the gap with cities like Berlin has narrowed. Porto, meanwhile, remains noticeably more affordable than Lisbon for those with a bit of flexibility on location.
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