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Analysis: What does it really cost to live in Prague in 2026?

Prague is no longer the bargain it once was. See where prices have surged, where Prague remains affordable, and how local incomes compare.

Expats.cz Staff

Written by Expats.cz Staff Published on 11.08.2026 16:52:00 (updated on 12.08.2026) Reading time: 3 minutes

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Prague has long had a reputation for being one of Europe's affordable capitals. But that reputation is getting harder to defend.

A new global comparison of prices and living standards in 69 cities shows the Czech capital is caught somewhere between its inexpensive past and a much more expensive present.

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Housing has surged, restaurant meals have become surprisingly costly, and basic utilities now rank among the most expensive in the world.

The result is a city where the answer to “Is Prague expensive?” increasingly depends on what you're buying.

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