Lithuania flagCost of Living Guide

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses in Lithuania

Lithuania offers a low cost of living compared to the Europe average, with overall costs including rent about 25% cheaper and consumer prices excluding rent 18% cheaper. Rent is particularly affordable, 43.5% below the Europe average, making it attractive for expats and digital nomads in a high-quality European setting. It positions as one of the more budget-friendly options in Europe, well below the regional CPI average.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
€700-900 (modest shared housing €300, local markets, public transport)
Comfortable
€1,200-1,800 (private 1BR €500-700, mix dining/groceries, occasional outings)
Family of four
€2,500-4,000 (3BR €800-1,200, international schools €500/child, car/utilities)

Lithuania delivers excellent value for money, with costs 25% below Europe average overall—ideal for expats seeking high quality of life on a budget. No home country data available for direct comparison.

Economic & Living Costs in Lithuania
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

7-15 €
Avg: 11 €

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

40-80.5 €
Avg: 60.25 €

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

6.5-9.15 €
Avg: 7.83 €

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

3.5-6.5 €
Avg: 5 €
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

350-800 €
Avg: 575 €

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

250-650 €
Avg: 450 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

700-1500 €
Avg: 1100 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

500-1000 €
Avg: 750 €
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.9-1.5 €
Avg: 1.2 €

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

3-10 €
Avg: 6.5 €

Monthly Transport Pass

28-39 €
Avg: 33.5 €

Gasoline (1L)

1.38-1.6 €
Avg: 1.49 €
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

141.67-394.92 €
Avg: 268.29 €

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

10-25 €
Avg: 17.5 €

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

9-17.5 €
Avg: 13.25 €
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

0.9-2 €
Avg: 1.45 €

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

0.99-2.09 €
Avg: 1.54 €

Eggs (12)

1.67-3.6 €
Avg: 2.63 €

Local Cheese (1kg)

6-19.9 €
Avg: 12.95 €
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

20-65 €
Avg: 42.5 €

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

15-33 €
Avg: 24 €

Cinema Ticket

7-14 €
Avg: 10.5 €

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

400-810 €
Avg: 605 €
Last updated: 2026-04-03