5Thessaloniki, Greece
Estimated monthly budget: $1,400–$1,800

Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki is one of the most attractive European cities to live in if you want sea, food, history, and a lively atmosphere.

It is Greece’s second-largest city and has a strong student culture, many cafés, Byzantine monuments, and a long waterfront.
Numbeo estimates single-person monthly costs in Thessaloniki at about €784 excluding rent, while Livingcost places the average cost of living at around $1,272.
Rent has increased in recent years, but Thessaloniki can still fit under $2,000 per month with a sensible apartment. It is perfect for people who want Mediterranean life without paying island prices in Athens.

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