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Cost of Living Guide in Luxembourg

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

Luxembourg has a high cost of living, 40.1% more expensive overall (including rent) than the Europe average, driven primarily by steep housing prices, though strong salaries and exceptional quality of life make it manageable for expats. Consumer prices excluding rent are 26.3% above the Europe average, while rent is 81.5% higher than the regional benchmark. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
€1,800–€2,500 (modest shared housing outside center, local groceries, free public transport)
Comfortable
€3,500–€5,000 (1-bedroom outside center, mix of home cooking and occasional dining, utilities, gym)
Family of four
€8,000–€12,000 (3-bedroom apartment, international groceries, car, activities for kids)

Luxembourg offers strong value for money despite being 40.1% pricier overall than Europe average, thanks to high purchasing power (174+ vs NYC) and quality of life (213 index), ideal for high earners but tough for modest budgets.

Economic & Living Costs in Luxembourg
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

11-40 €
Avg: 25.5 €
+27.5% vs 3 months ago

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

69-125 €
Avg: 97 €
+7.8% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

12-15 €
Avg: 13.5 €
+3.8% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

3.5-8 €
Avg: 5.75 €
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1400-2103 €
Avg: 1751.5 €
-2.7% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

1200-2000 €
Avg: 1600 €
+6.7% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

2200-4000 €
Avg: 3100 €
+3.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1900-3300 €
Avg: 2600 €
+6.1% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

7.49-20 €
Avg: 13.75 €
-2.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

N/A
Avg: N/A

Gasoline (1L)

1.41-1.83 €
Avg: 1.62 €
+2.5% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

170-400 €
Avg: 285 €
0.5% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

40-68 €
Avg: 54 €
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

15-45 €
Avg: 30 €
-4.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1-2 €
Avg: 1.5 €
+3.4% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

1.75-5 €
Avg: 3.38 €
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

2.9-6 €
Avg: 4.45 €
+6.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

7-25 €
Avg: 16 €
-8.6% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

25-90 €
Avg: 57.5 €
+4.5% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

20-25 €
Avg: 22.5 €
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

13-20 €
Avg: 16.5 €
+3.1% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

900-1600 €
Avg: 1250 €
1.4% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03