Luxembourg flagCost of Living Guide

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

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 €

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

69-125 €
Avg: 97 €

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

12-15 €
Avg: 13.5 €

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

3.5-8 €
Avg: 5.75 €
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1400-2103 €
Avg: 1751.5 €

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

1200-2000 €
Avg: 1600 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

2200-4000 €
Avg: 3100 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1900-3300 €
Avg: 2600 €
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

7.49-20 €
Avg: 13.75 €

Monthly Transport Pass

N/A
Avg: N/A

Gasoline (1L)

1.41-1.83 €
Avg: 1.62 €
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

170-400 €
Avg: 285 €

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

40-68 €
Avg: 54 €

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

15-45 €
Avg: 30 €
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1-2 €
Avg: 1.5 €

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

1.75-5 €
Avg: 3.38 €

Eggs (12)

2.9-6 €
Avg: 4.45 €

Local Cheese (1kg)

7-25 €
Avg: 16 €
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

25-90 €
Avg: 57.5 €

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

20-25 €
Avg: 22.5 €

Cinema Ticket

13-20 €
Avg: 16.5 €

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

900-1600 €
Avg: 1250 €
Last updated: 2026-04-03