Cost of Living in Warsaw, Poland
Warsaw is a city in Poland, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,866 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,230 per month, or $937 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 213 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Warsaw scores 72/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 78°F and winter highs around 41°F, with roughly 141 sunny days a year.
Warsaw Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Warsaw
How Warsaw Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Warsaw ranks in the top 16% for public transit, but sits in the bottom 24% for food scene. It costs more than 60% of them.
| Metric | Warsaw | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,866 | #206 of 340 | #48 of 91 |
| Safety | 72/100 | #121 of 340 | #69 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 58/100 | #254 of 340 | #79 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 213 Mbps | #134 of 340 | #25 of 91 |
| Walkability | 68/100 | #110 of 340 | #69 of 91 |
| Public transit | 72/100 | #53 of 340 | #30 of 91 |
| Food scene | 66/100 | #262 of 340 | #63 of 91 |
| Air quality | 86/100 | #108 of 340 | #51 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 Warsaw
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Warsaw.
- Bucharest, Romania — $1,235/mo, 34% cheaper, safety 70/100
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 26% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania — $1,352/mo, 28% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Belgrade, Serbia — $1,411/mo, 24% cheaper, safety 65/100
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Warsaw FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Warsaw?
A single person should budget around $1,866 per month in Warsaw, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $3,148 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Warsaw?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Warsaw averages $1,230 per month, dropping to about $937 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,149.
Is Warsaw safe?
Warsaw scores 72/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 78/100.
How fast is the internet in Warsaw?
Median download speeds in Warsaw are around 213 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 52 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 Warsaw?
Warsaw sees summer highs around 78°F and winter highs near 41°F, with about 141 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 105 days.
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