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Cost of Living in Heraklion

Monthly expenses, rent & budget analysis — Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates

COL+Rent: 26.4Rent: 8.5Groceries: 41.8Restaurant: 45

Monthly Budget Estimates

Minimal

$644/mo

Outside-center room, basic groceries, public transit

Typical

$990/mo

City-center 1BR, regular groceries & dining out

Comfortable

$1,332/mo

Premium apartment, frequent dining, entertainment

Monthly Costs Breakdown

CategoryCost (USD)
Rent (1BR City Center)$335
Rent (1BR Outside Center)$242
Groceries (monthly)$258
Restaurant Meal$16
Transit Pass (monthly)$25
Utilities (monthly)$132

Source: Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · Reviewed April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Heraklion?
A minimal monthly budget in Heraklion is approximately $644, a typical budget is $990, and a comfortable lifestyle costs around $1,332 per month.
How much is rent in Heraklion?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Heraklion city center costs approximately $335/month. Outside the center, expect around $242/month.
Is Heraklion expensive compared to New York?
Heraklion's COL+Rent Index is 26.4 compared to New York's 100, meaning Heraklion is about 74% cheaper than NYC overall.
What is the average grocery cost in Heraklion?
Monthly groceries in Heraklion cost approximately $258. The city's Groceries Index is 41.8 (NYC = 100).