🇭🇺 Hungary · #323 of 546 cities · 2026

Cost of Living in Debrecen

2.1% below the Hungary average

Ranked #323 of 546 cities · More expensive than 40.8% of cities worldwide

Compared to Hungary average

Rent Prices

Rent Prices in Debrecen

Apartment City Centre Outside Centre You Save
1-Bedroom HUF 148,377/mo ≈ $481 HUF 111,283/mo ≈ $361 25%
3-Bedroom HUF 258,195/mo ≈ $837 HUF 193,646/mo ≈ $628 25%
Estimated from rent index. Actual prices vary. · 2026

Cost Indices

Cost of Living
-2.1% Average
Rent
+0.2% Average
Groceries
-1.7% Average
Restaurants
-1.3% Average
Purchasing Power
-2.4% Average

Living in Debrecen: What to Expect

Debrecen is average by global standards (ranked #323 of 546 cities). It is 2.1% cheaper than the Hungary average, based on 4 cities.

Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Groceries offers the best value, while Rent is the priciest.

Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.

Workers in Hungary earning HUF 17,656,481 gross take home HUF 978,463/month after tax (33.5% effective rate). See full Hungary tax calculator →

Similar Cities

How Does Debrecen Compare?

Planning a Move to Debrecen?

Compare cost of living with your current city, or calculate your net salary after tax.

Decision guide
Should I Move to Debrecen?
Tax calculator
🇭🇺 Hungary Income Tax 2026
Rankings
Cheapest Cities in Europe

Relocation Toolkit

Trusted services for your move

We may earn a commission if you sign up — at no extra cost to you.