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Romania Cost of Living Calculator 2025

Compare living costs between Romanian cities. Find out the salary equivalent needed for moving to another city and make informed relocation decisions.

100
Bucharest Index (base)
75-90
Small cities index
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How is cost of living calculated?

Our calculator analyzes main expense categories to compare Romanian cities:

  • Housing (rent, utilities) - 30-40% of income
  • Food and drinks - 20-25% of income
  • Transportation (public, fuel) - 10-15% of income
  • Utilities and internet - 5-10% of income
  • Entertainment and outings - 10-15% of income

Data is regularly updated and based on official sources and market research.

Factors affecting costs

Real estate market

Rental prices vary significantly between center and periphery.

Job opportunities

Large cities offer higher salaries but also increased living costs.

Infrastructure

Developed public transport can reduce transportation costs.

Lifestyle

Personal preferences significantly influence monthly expenses.

Basic cost comparison between cities (RON/month)

City 1BR rent Utilities Food Transport Total
Bucharest 2,000-3,500 300-500 1,200-2,000 150-300 3,650-6,300
Cluj-Napoca 1,700-3,000 280-450 1,100-1,800 120-250 3,200-5,500
Brasov 1,400-2,500 250-400 1,000-1,600 100-200 2,750-4,700
Timisoara 1,300-2,300 250-400 1,000-1,600 100-200 2,650-4,500
Iasi 1,200-2,200 230-380 900-1,500 90-180 2,420-4,260
Constanta 1,100-2,000 220-350 900-1,400 80-160 2,300-3,910

*Prices vary depending on area and housing quality

Quality of life in Romanian cities

🏛️ Bucharest

IT salaries: Very high
Traffic: Congested
Culture: Excellent
Costs: High

🏛️ Cluj-Napoca

IT salaries: High
Universities: Excellent
Nightlife: Active
Costs: Medium-high

🏔️ Brasov

Nature: Superb
Tourism: Developed
Pollution: Low
Costs: Medium