Prices and Cost of Living in Albania

Food and beverage prices in Albania

Popular food products found on store shelves in Albania include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 88.41 ALL (0.95 USD) for a kilo of onions to 1036 ALL (11.14 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 173 ALL (1.86 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 87.37 ALL (0.94 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 201 ALL (2.16 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 113 ALL (1.21 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 62.28 ALL (0.67 USD). Dairy prices in Albania, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 162 ALL (1.74 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 851 ALL (9.15 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 668 ALL (7.18 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 316 ALL (3.4 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 143 ALL (1.53 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Albania vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 156 ALL (1.68 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 162 ALL (1.74 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 700 ALL (7.53 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 4000 ALL (43 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 700 ALL (7.53 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Albania?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 40 ALL (0.43 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1600 ALL (17.2 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 300 ALL (3.23 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 300 ALL (3.23 USD).

Fuel prices in Albania

Average fuel prices in Albania are 182 ALL (1.96 USD) per liter of gasoline and 182 ALL (1.96 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 58.79 ALL (0.63 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albania?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Albania varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 31647 ALL (340 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 50738 ALL (545 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 256105 ALL (2753 USD) per square meter.