Cost of Living in Krakow, Poland
Krakow is a city in Poland, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,700 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $964 per month, or $813 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 213 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Krakow scores 76/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 79°F and winter highs around 42°F, with roughly 147 sunny days a year.
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Krakow
How Krakow Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Krakow ranks in the top 8% for walkability, but sits in the bottom 26% for healthcare. It costs more than 52% of them.
| Metric | Krakow | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,700 | #179 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Safety | 76/100 | #99 of 340 | #54 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 58/100 | #254 of 340 | #79 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 213 Mbps | #134 of 340 | #25 of 91 |
| Walkability | 80/100 | #25 of 340 | #17 of 91 |
| Public transit | 65/100 | #80 of 340 | #45 of 91 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #41 of 91 |
| Air quality | 82/100 | #161 of 340 | #68 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Krakow
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Krakow.
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 19% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania — $1,352/mo, 20% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina — $1,101/mo, 35% cheaper, safety 72/100
- Bucharest, Romania — $1,235/mo, 27% cheaper, safety 70/100
Krakow FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Krakow?
A single person should budget around $1,700 per month in Krakow, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,998 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Krakow?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Krakow averages $964 per month, dropping to about $813 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,563.
Is Krakow safe?
Krakow scores 76/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 80/100.
How fast is the internet in Krakow?
Median download speeds in Krakow are around 213 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 38 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Poland offer a digital nomad visa?
Poland does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Krakow?
Krakow sees summer highs around 79°F and winter highs near 42°F, with about 147 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 111 days.
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