🇬🇷 Cost of living · Greece
Heraklion Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Heraklion, Greece
Cost Level: Low
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center €450–800/mo (centre); €380–650/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 510–910/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery €9–15 (casual); €32–56 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries €190–300/mo (groceries)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~€27
Buses (no metro); driving common. Heraklion Airport (HER, Greece’s 2nd-busiest). Ferries to Piraeus (Athens). Walkable old town and port.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 800–1,200
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 2,500–4,000
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-06-21
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