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Overview
Greece🇬🇷
At a Glance
How Greece compares across key indices
Cost of Living
60 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
90/100
Healthcare
74/100
Quality of Life
171/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Greece
Cost of Living
60
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
45
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
60
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
63
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Greece - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
90/100
Crime Index
3/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Greece
Greece has 115 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,199 in Kateríni to $1,520 in Athens. Kalamata leads on safety, scoring 94/100. Políchni ranks highest for quality of life at 175/200.
💸Most Affordable
Kateríni
$1,199/mo
Safest
Kalamata
94/100
Best Quality of Life
Políchni
175/200
Best Healthcare
Athens
83/100
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40 of 115 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens | $1,520 | 86/100 | 171/200 | 83/100 | 34 |
| Thessaloníki | $1,312 | 90/100 | 173/200 | 76/100 | 28 |
| Pátra | $1,272 | 91/100 | 173/200 | 74/100 | 26 |
| Piraeus | $1,271 | 91/100 | 173/200 | 74/100 | 26 |
| Lárisa | $1,263 | 92/100 | 174/200 | 73/100 | 25 |
| Peristéri | $1,261 | 92/100 | 174/200 | 73/100 | 25 |
| Irákleion | $1,259 | 92/100 | 174/200 | 73/100 | 25 |
| Kallithéa | $1,239 | 92/100 | 174/200 | 72/100 | 24 |
| Acharnés | $1,239 | 92/100 | 174/200 | 72/100 | 24 |
| Kalamariá | $1,234 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 72/100 | 23 |
| Níkaia | $1,233 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 72/100 | 23 |
| Glyfáda | $1,231 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 72/100 | 23 |
| Volos | $1,230 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 23 |
| Ílion | $1,229 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 23 |
| Ilioúpoli | $1,223 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 23 |
| Keratsíni | $1,223 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 23 |
| Évosmos | $1,221 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Khalándrion | $1,221 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Néa Smýrni | $1,219 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Maroúsi | $1,219 | 93/100 | 174/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Agios Dimitrios | $1,218 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Zográfos | $1,218 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Aigáleo | $1,217 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Néa Ionía | $1,214 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Ioánnina | $1,213 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Palaió Fáliro | $1,211 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Korydallós | $1,210 | 93/100 | 175/200 | 71/100 | 22 |
| Tríkala | $1,209 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Výronas | $1,209 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Agía Paraskeví | $1,206 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Galátsi | $1,206 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Chalkída | $1,206 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Petroúpolis | $1,206 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 22 |
| Sérres | $1,205 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Políchni | $1,203 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Ródos | $1,203 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Kalamata | $1,201 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Kavála | $1,201 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Chaniá | $1,201 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
| Kateríni | $1,199 | 94/100 | 175/200 | 70/100 | 21 |
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Families
Schools
31 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Greece — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
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International School of Athens
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Pinewood American International School
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7 more verified schools in Greece are available in the School Finder, with filters for city, age, language, credentials, and tuition.
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Greece
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Environment
CleanAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Greece
Pollution Index
29/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
14.4ug/m3
Good
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Greece, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Greece?
Greece has a cost of living index of 60 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,239 in Kallithéa and reach $1,520 in Athens.
What is the cheapest city in Greece for expats?
Kallithéa is the most affordable city in Greece in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,239 for a single person including rent. Irákleion is the next most affordable at $1,259/mo.
Is Greece safe for expats?
Greece has a safety index of 90/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Kallithéa scores highest on safety at 92/100.
What is the best city in Greece for expats and digital nomads?
Kallithéa ranks highest for quality of life in Greece, scoring 174/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,239/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Greece?
Greece scores 74/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Greece cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Greece's cost of living is roughly 40% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 55% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
What is the air quality and pollution like in Greece?
Greece has a pollution index of 29/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.
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