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Cost of living in Kraków for remote workers

Historic student city with low costs and a strong tech workforce.

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Monthly budget

$1,425/month
  • 🏠 Rent (1BR, central)$850
  • 🍜 Food & groceries$380
  • 💻 Coworking$170
  • 🚇 Transport$25

Estimate for one person living comfortably, not luxury. Updated 2026-09. Suggest a correction

Quick facts

Country
🇵🇱 Poland
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Internet
📶 ~150 Mbps (fixed broadband median)
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Language
Polish
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💱 Local currency: Polish Zloty (PLN)1 USD ≈ 3.853 PLN
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Living in Kraków: FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Kraków per month?

About $1,425 a month for one remote worker: rent $850 (furnished 1BR, central), food $380, coworking $170 and transport $25. Estimates updated 2026-09.

Is Kraków good for digital nomads?

Historic student city with low costs and a strong tech workforce. Typical internet speeds are around 150 Mbps.

How fast is the internet in Kraków?

Typical fixed broadband in Poland is around 150 Mbps. Most coworking spaces and newer apartments offer fibre.

What is the best time to live in Kraków?

The most pleasant months are May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

What language is spoken in Kraków?

Polish.

What time zone is Kraków in?

Europe/Warsaw. Plan meetings with Kraków.