Prices and Cost of Living in Hungary

Food and beverage prices in Hungary

Popular food products found on store shelves in Hungary include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 450 HUF (1.16 USD) for a kilo of onions to 4055 HUF (10.44 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 768 HUF (1.98 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 531 HUF (1.37 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 659 HUF (1.7 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 562 HUF (1.45 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 161 HUF (0.41 USD). Dairy prices in Hungary, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 487 HUF (1.25 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 4389 HUF (11.3 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1903 HUF (4.9 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 1202 HUF (3.09 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 1285 HUF (3.31 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Hungary vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 732 HUF (1.88 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 463 HUF (1.19 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 2500 HUF (6.44 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 16000 HUF (41.19 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 3500 HUF (9.01 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Hungary?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 350 HUF (0.9 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 9500 HUF (24.46 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 1000 HUF (2.57 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 400 HUF (1.03 USD).

Fuel prices in Hungary

Average fuel prices in Hungary are 617 HUF (1.59 USD) per liter of gasoline and 625 HUF (1.61 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 378 HUF (0.97 USD).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Hungary varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 147323 HUF (379 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 194400 HUF (500 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 1334650 HUF (3436 USD) per square meter.