Close to the Greece average
Ranked #277 of 538 cities · More expensive than 48.5% of cities worldwide
Compared to Greece average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | EUR 395/mo ≈ $457 | EUR 296/mo ≈ $343 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | EUR 689/mo ≈ $796 | EUR 517/mo ≈ $597 | 25% |
Heraklion is average by global standards (ranked #277 of 538 cities). It is 0.1% more expensive than the Greece average, based on 3 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Restaurants 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 Greece earning EUR 50,000 gross take home EUR 2,696/month after tax (35.3% effective rate). See full Greece tax calculator →
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