Cost of living in Lithuania for expats
A realistic monthly budget for one person living comfortably in Lithuania — rent, food, transport, and everyday costs in Vilnius.
$1,600–2,400
One person, all-in, in Vilnius
$650–1,200
1-bedroom city-centre apartment, per month
Moderate
~$1,500–2,800/mo
What makes Lithuania stand out, and what to watch for
Why expats choose Lithuania
Vilnius is consistently rated one of Europe’s most beautiful and liveable small capitals, with EU membership, a thriving startup ecosystem, and costs still well below Western Europe.
Watch out for
Cold winters; English is widely spoken in business and tourism but Lithuanian is the official language; healthcare quality, while improving, is not yet at Western European standards in all areas.
Costs vary a lot by city, neighbourhood, and lifestyle — these are directional monthly bands for the main expat city, current as of 2026. Treat them as a starting point, not a quote. Information only, not financial advice.
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