Cost of living in Prague, Czech Republic compared to Berkeley, California, United States
Currency:
| Food | - 49% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Prague (Czech Republic) is 49% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 203 Kč ($9) | $14 | - 34% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 115 Kč ($5.27) | $8 | - 31% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 88 Kč ($4.04) | $7 | - 41% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 20 Kč ($0.93) | $1.17 | - 21% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 54 Kč ($2.48) | $4.65 | - 47% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 42 Kč ($1.95) | $5.05 | - 61% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 102 Kč ($4.66) | $9 | - 48% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 33 Kč ($1.50) | $3.74 | - 60% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 19 Kč ($0.85) | $1.87 | - 54% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 11 Kč ($0.52) | $3.15 | - 83% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 147 Kč ($7) | $15 | - 55% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 33 Kč ($1.50) | $2.00 | - 25% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 24 Kč ($1.11) | $2.80 | - 60% | |
| Housing | - 64% | |||
| Housing in Prague (Czech Republic) is 64% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 17,918 Kč ($823) | $3,713 | - 78% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 20,241 Kč ($929) | $2,398 | - 61% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 4,078 Kč ($187) | $176 | + 6% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 19,103 Kč ($877) | $2,476 | - 65% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 13,984 Kč ($642) | $1,938 | - 67% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 2,489 Kč ($114) | $97 | + 18% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 495 Kč ($23) | $57 | - 60% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 10,940 Kč ($502) | $299 | + 68% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 2,491 Kč ($114) | $140 | - 18% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 257 Kč ($12) | $11 | + 5% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 193 Kč ($9) | $23 | - 61% | |
| Clothes | - 17% | |||
| Clothes in Prague (Czech Republic) is 17% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 1,996 Kč ($92) | $60 | + 54% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 815 Kč ($37) | $54 | - 31% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 2,032 Kč ($93) | $91 | + 2% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 2,541 Kč ($117) | $201 | - 42% | |
| Transportation | - 46% | |||
| Transportation in Prague (Czech Republic) is 46% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 491,647 Kč ($22,577) | $24,934 | - 9% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 32 Kč ($1.46) | $0.90 | + 61% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 523 Kč ($24) | $88 | - 73% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | 254 Kč ($12) | - | - | |
| Personal Care | - 56% | |||
| Personal Care in Prague (Czech Republic) is 56% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 153 Kč ($7) | $9 | - 18% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 230 Kč ($11) | $18 | - 40% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 635 Kč ($29) | $133 | - 78% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 92 Kč ($4.24) | $12 | - 66% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 85 Kč ($3.89) | $4.89 | - 21% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 77 Kč ($3.54) | $7 | - 46% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 31 Kč ($1.43) | $4.54 | - 69% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 53 Kč ($2.41) | $2.63 | - 8% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 435 Kč ($20) | $25 | - 19% | |
| Entertainment | - 50% | |||
| Entertainment in Prague (Czech Republic) is 50% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 446 Kč ($20) | $48 | - 58% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 411 Kč ($19) | $27 | - 29% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 1,181 Kč ($54) | $152 | - 64% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 495 Kč ($23) | $96 | - 76% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 137 Kč ($6) | $13 | - 52% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 63 Kč ($2.89) | $4.39 | - 34% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 28 Kč ($1.28) | $7 | - 82% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 12,730 Kč ($585) | $433 | + 35% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 2.79 Kč ($0.13) | - | - | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 880 Kč ($40) | $98 | - 59% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 78 Kč ($3.58) | $10 | - 63% | |
| TOTAL | - 54% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,920 prices entered by 275 different people.
These prices were last updated on September 19, 2018.
Exchange rate:
0.04592
USD
/
CZK
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Cost of living in Prague (Czech Republic) is 54% cheaper than in Berkeley, California (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$12,000
in Berkeley, California
you would need to make just about $5,567
(121,229 Kč)
in Prague.
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