Cost 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
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.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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