Cost of Living in Lithuania 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetMonthly Living Costs in Lithuania
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €883 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €1,110 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Lithuania Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 61.2 |
| Rent index | 15.6 |
| Groceries index | 46.3 |
| Restaurant price index | 56.3 |
| Local purchasing-power index (higher = stronger) | 87.6 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 53.1 |
| Property price-to-income ratio | 11.2 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Lithuania from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €38,000 |
| Engineering | €28,000 |
| Finance | €26,000 |
| Construction | €24,000 |
| Healthcare | €22,000 |
| Education | €18,000 |
| Hospitality | €14,000 |
| Retail | €13,000 |
Taxes in Lithuania
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 18.3% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €5,447 |
| VAT / sales tax | 21% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 32% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €5,447 per month. After rent and essentials (€883), roughly €4,564 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Lithuania Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | €591 | €192 | €35 | 61.2 |
| Belarus | €450 | €120 | €35 | 30.9 |
| Latvia | €366 | €196 | €68 | 62 |
| Poland | €653 | €166 | €35 | 55.1 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Lithuania:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 16 residence and visa routes for Lithuania — see the full Lithuania visa programme list.
Lowest documented income requirement among tracked routes: €500 per month — Researcher in Lithuania (researcher route). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €730 per month to sustain a move to Lithuania.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lithuania expensive?
Lithuania has a cost-of-living index of 61.2 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €591 per month and a single person spends about €883 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Lithuania?
About €883 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €1,110 per month.
What is the average rent in Lithuania?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €591 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €650 per month in Lithuania. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Lithuania?
Typical gross annual salaries in Lithuania range from €13,000 (Retail) to €38,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
Which residence route has the lowest income requirement for Lithuania?
Among the 16 Lithuania residence routes we track, the lowest documented income requirement is €500 per month (Researcher in Lithuania). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
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