Living costs in Poland

Compared to other countries in the European Union, living in Poland as a student is relatively inexpensive. The cost of living will start at PLN 1500 (EUR 330) a month for students. The rates, however, depend on the city in which you currently live. It may be slightly more costly to live in the capital and tourist city than in other major Polish cities. You will find out how much it costs to live in Poland for a month on this page. Please notice that non-EU/EEA students have to have ample means to cover the cost of living to be able to study in Poland.

Some examples below offer an idea of the amount students spend in Poland every month.

Expenses Cost (PLN) Cost (EUR)
Rent (student dormitory) 400 - 600 90 - 140
Public transportation 50 - 60 11 - 13
Health insurance 40 - 60 9 - 13
Phone, internet, and TV subscription bills 80 - 100 17 - 22
Groceries 700 - 900 150 - 200
Entertainment 150 - 200 35 - 45
Average total expenses 1500 - 2000 330 - 430

Warsaw, Krakow, Gdansk, Wroclaw, Poznan, Lodz, and Katowice are some popular cities for Poland's study destinations. Monthly expenses for student dormitory and public transit fares may be used to compare living costs. Let's take a look now! What town provides the most acceptable cost of living for you?

Big City in Poland Student Dormitory Public Transport for 3 Months
Warsaw 420 PLN per month 220 PLN
Krakow 450 PLN per month 225 PLN
Gdansk 430 PLN per month 160 PLN
Wroclaw 500 PLN per month 110 PLN
Poznan 390 PLN per month 160 PLN
Lodz 400 PLN per month 140 PLN
Katowice 480 PLN per month 110 PLN

Average Living Costs in Poland are within the range 1500 - 2000 PLN (330 -430 Euro)

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