You got a new Sub! I am planning on coming to live in Krakow around July. I've spent 10 years in China and Japan, but have not really been to Europe. I'm preparing for a big cultural swing. I think watching your channel is going to help A LOT, haha! Thanks, Sarah. I'm looking forward to more of your awesome content.
Very helpful Sarah! Thank you very much :) I have just moved to Krakow and I’m trying to figure out where to rent and my budget. Your video really helped me 😊
I love your point of view! It's interresting to notice all the differences. From your homeland point of view 7000PLN is not that much (including renting an apartment, bills, food and goodies) - but from mine point of view is mindblowing ;) The key word you use is "it depends of what you need" AND THAT'S TRUE! I Live in one of the most expensive areas in Poland (seaside), I rent a simmilar flat, I don't save on food, and once a 2 years I go to exotic vacations (Thailand, Malaysia, Cuba), I live with my boyfriend and we both drive (old!) cars... our monthly cost of living is 50% of yours 😁 I do not concider it a good or a bad thing... but it's A DIFFERENCE! The reason we do not spend a lot of money simpy is '- we want to buy our own apartment (and do not pay for someone elses bills)... glad you enjoy living in Poland ❤ Good luck! And your rule of 50:30:20 - that's the CLUE which in my opinion - works EVERYWHERE in the world... it's universal rule which works wherever you live!
How much would you say groceries (fresh meat and veg etc) would cost for a single person per month? I dont eat at restaurants or takeaway but approximately how much would you say a student could survive on for food?
Very informative, Sarah! Thanks for your transparency - it is very refreshing. BTW, I watched your HGTV episode (did you enjoy the "sledz"?), and am wondering why you downgraded from that beautiful apartment (if it's not a personal question). Happy 4th!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found this video helpful 💕 regarding why we moved apartments--we wanted a smaller place (three bedrooms was too much after awhile) and we found something smaller closer to the city center for a significantly better price. But it was sad to leave that place because it was super beautiful! 👌
@@SarahAchleithner From what I can see on your channel, you're doing the smart thing - limiting your living expenses (without sacrificing, of course ;-)) to fund your amazing travels! Speaking of which - we'll be coming to Krakow next spring with our Havanese, hence these questions: is Krakow dog friendly (restaurants, apartments), do you pick-up after your dog, good vets around? And where do you leave your pug while you travel? And finally, an observation: I believe for most of your viewers, English is a second language. You are obviously well spoken, erudite and make some excellent points, but some of the viewers might miss them because you talk too fast! I see that you are passionate about the subjects you cover and I love your enthusiasm, but please, try to slow down, it might pay off in more subscriptions! :-)
Actually, the statistical average salary in 2019 was 5,169 PLN gross a month, as per the Central Statistical Office (GUS) - and that's roughly 3,500 PLN (a bit less than $1,000) in your pocket. And it's quite usual here to pay a half of your salary for your rent, if you live alone. So with an average salary, you would be looking for a studio (1,500-2,500 PLN or $400-$660 per month for a modest standard, depending on the city). And one has to keep in mind, this is not a median so actually more than half of the working population earns less than that. Happily, food or healthcare or studies don't weigh too much on one's budget so one is sorta ok with what is left from an average wage. But rents and apartment prices are a huge subject of debate these days all across Polish internet.
Hey Kasia, I'm currently evaluating an offer to move to Krakow for work. The offer is gross salary of 9,000 PLN. In your opinion, is this enough to make a decent living in Poland? Considering that i'll be relocating with my wife?
@@IanOnyango I would say this is pretty good :) Congrats and good luck! To be sure, this much for two people is not too affluent but definitely makes a living - with a well-located, neatly arranged 1 or 2bk and a private healthcare insurance (which you might already be getting from work as a corporate standard).
Hey Sarah, nice videos, popped out on my YT list, and I thought - oh well, let's give it a try... ;) One thing that came to my mind while was watching, namely ( I don't know if you are aware ) but you live in let's call it that way ( some other cities will feel offended ) in Polish cuture capitol, lots of poets, painters, actors, etc... come from or live there. I live totally in diffrent part of Poland but I think it's worth mentioning or perhaps even it's worth making a full video about that.. Do some research about it..... I hope this message finds you well with your husband and , oh well let's call it a dog.... ;)
Hi Sarah...your channel is very informative. I m planning to move to krakaw sometime next year March. Would you suggest area for long term rented apartments which is closer to city centre? Which is moderate in the budget. It will b really helpful. Thank you
What a coincidence!! I was watching house hunter international and the episode is young couple moving to Poland krakow so I was wondering how much does it cost to live in Poland and then I came to RUclips type in living cost in Poland while watching tv and this is the first video that came up. I was like this is the same person!! Lol
hi Sarah, I like Your video 👍 minimum wage in PL is 18.30 pln p/h ( about $4.9 ) ...You surely not buying in Biedronka 🤔😉 and apparently about 1.5 mln ppl living on that wage. Maybe You should let us know more about how's life , where You come from. I'm hearing from American expats that waitress/waiter jobs pay really bad , you just maiking money on tips🤔...or is there much difference between minimum pay in Nevada and other states....🤔 ....I forgot 18.30 pln pre tax (!)...
Great idea! I'll add those ideas to my list. It's very sad to look at American wages (especially minimum wages) because it's almost impossible to live without having a lot of credit card debt. Things are so expensive there and most times the wages don't match!
What are the budget supermarkets in krakow? Like in the UK it would be lidl/Aldi, and Waitrose would be an expensive shop. Also, is fresh meat cheaper at the local butchers or at the supermarket? Cheers
I think Biedronka and Lidl are the two main "budget" type of stores here. Market Point is the most expensive! And I honestly don't know about the cost of fresh meat at a butchers vs a grocery store, as I don't eat much meat.
It’s possible to live for half of it I think. 1500 pln rent 500pln utilities 2000pln food and others. But here you need to avoid eating out in restaurants
@@opa8928 Very similar. I live alone in Cracow in a 1 bedroom apartment with a large balcony. I pay 2000pln for rent and utilities and around 1500pln for food, internet, monthly mobile phone bill etc.
Hey Sarah, I'm currently evaluating an offer to move to Krakow for work. The offer is gross salary of 9,000 PLN. In your opinion, is this enough to make a decent living in Poland? Considering that i'll be relocating with my wife?
Hi Ian, congrats on your job offer! Regarding the salary, I would say you would be in the middle class range where you will be able to afford a decent apartment, get groceries, eat out a few times, etc. You will be comfortable here with that amount of money!
@@SarahAchleithner UPC is funny, I'm with them 6+ years, it's my 3th contract. Each time in the end I'm sending them resignation, they will call you last week with much better offer. I'm paying now 30% less than 6 years ago :D
The average Polish salary is between 5k and 7k per month (depending on the job), so if you are making 20k, you are going to be just fine. But how much you save each month is based on your lifestyle, rent, extraneous spending, travel, etc. You could either save a lot or spend every zloty; just depends on what your priorities are!
@@SarahAchleithner I'm sure it's worth it, I did not appreciate healthy food (among many other things) I had in Poland until I moved to London where anything organic cost a fortune.
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Thank you! This is exactly what we have been searching for. We are seriously planning on moving to Krakow and your information helped for sure.
So glad you found it helpful!
You got a new Sub! I am planning on coming to live in Krakow around July. I've spent 10 years in China and Japan, but have not really been to Europe. I'm preparing for a big cultural swing. I think watching your channel is going to help A LOT, haha! Thanks, Sarah. I'm looking forward to more of your awesome content.
Thanks so much for sticking around! Good luck with your move to Krakow; I am sure you will love it here! :)
Very helpful Sarah! Thank you very much :) I have just moved to Krakow and I’m trying to figure out where to rent and my budget. Your video really helped me 😊
So glad to hear!! Hope you're enjoying Kraków!
I have been in that City and I enjoyed it a lot, the food is really good and cheap compare here in Denmark. I love Poland 😍
So glad to hear that! Poland is wonderful!
Cheers Sarah! This has been very helpful for me. Moving there next month for a new assignment.
Glad it was helpful!
I love your point of view! It's interresting to notice all the differences.
From your homeland point of view 7000PLN is not that much (including renting an apartment, bills, food and goodies) - but from mine point of view is mindblowing ;)
The key word you use is "it depends of what you need" AND THAT'S TRUE!
I Live in one of the most expensive areas in Poland (seaside), I rent a simmilar flat, I don't save on food, and once a 2 years I go to exotic vacations (Thailand, Malaysia, Cuba), I live with my boyfriend and we both drive (old!) cars... our monthly cost of living is 50% of yours 😁 I do not concider it a good or a bad thing... but it's A DIFFERENCE!
The reason we do not spend a lot of money simpy is '- we want to buy our own apartment (and do not pay for someone elses bills)... glad you enjoy living in Poland ❤ Good luck!
And your rule of 50:30:20 - that's the CLUE which in my opinion - works EVERYWHERE in the world... it's universal rule which works wherever you live!
Thanks so much!! ❤
How much would you say groceries (fresh meat and veg etc) would cost for a single person per month? I dont eat at restaurants or takeaway but approximately how much would you say a student could survive on for food?
Very informative, Sarah! Thanks for your transparency - it is very refreshing. BTW, I watched your HGTV episode (did you enjoy the "sledz"?), and am wondering why you downgraded from that beautiful apartment (if it's not a personal question).
Happy 4th!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found this video helpful 💕 regarding why we moved apartments--we wanted a smaller place (three bedrooms was too much after awhile) and we found something smaller closer to the city center for a significantly better price. But it was sad to leave that place because it was super beautiful! 👌
@@SarahAchleithner From what I can see on your channel, you're doing the smart thing - limiting your living expenses (without sacrificing, of course ;-)) to fund your amazing travels!
Speaking of which - we'll be coming to Krakow next spring with our Havanese, hence these questions: is Krakow dog friendly (restaurants, apartments), do you pick-up after your dog, good vets around?
And where do you leave your pug while you travel?
And finally, an observation: I believe for most of your viewers, English is a second language. You are obviously well spoken, erudite and make some excellent points, but some of the viewers might miss them because you talk too fast! I see that you are passionate about the subjects you cover and I love your enthusiasm, but please, try to slow down, it might pay off in more subscriptions! :-)
Love your videos. Thank you.
🤗🤗🤗 thanks!
Actually, the statistical average salary in 2019 was 5,169 PLN gross a month, as per the Central Statistical Office (GUS) - and that's roughly 3,500 PLN (a bit less than $1,000) in your pocket. And it's quite usual here to pay a half of your salary for your rent, if you live alone. So with an average salary, you would be looking for a studio (1,500-2,500 PLN or $400-$660 per month for a modest standard, depending on the city). And one has to keep in mind, this is not a median so actually more than half of the working population earns less than that.
Happily, food or healthcare or studies don't weigh too much on one's budget so one is sorta ok with what is left from an average wage. But rents and apartment prices are a huge subject of debate these days all across Polish internet.
Hey Kasia, I'm currently evaluating an offer to move to Krakow for work. The offer is gross salary of 9,000 PLN. In your opinion, is this enough to make a decent living in Poland? Considering that i'll be relocating with my wife?
@@IanOnyango I would say this is pretty good :) Congrats and good luck! To be sure, this much for two people is not too affluent but definitely makes a living - with a well-located, neatly arranged 1 or 2bk and a private healthcare insurance (which you might already be getting from work as a corporate standard).
Hey Sarah, nice videos, popped out on my YT list, and I thought - oh well, let's give it a try... ;) One thing that came to my mind while was watching, namely ( I don't know if you are aware ) but you live in let's call it that way ( some other cities will feel offended ) in Polish cuture capitol, lots of poets, painters, actors, etc... come from or live there. I live totally in diffrent part of Poland but I think it's worth mentioning or perhaps even it's worth making a full video about that.. Do some research about it..... I hope this message finds you well with your husband and , oh well let's call it a dog.... ;)
Hi Sarah...your channel is very informative. I m planning to move to krakaw sometime next year March. Would you suggest area for long term rented apartments which is closer to city centre? Which is moderate in the budget. It will b really helpful. Thank you
Thanks for your comment! I would suggest looking at Hamilton May (real estate agency) or Gumtree (local listings) for apartments.
Thank you!
Glad you found it helpful!
What a coincidence!! I was watching house hunter international and the episode is young couple moving to Poland krakow so I was wondering how much does it cost to live in Poland and then I came to RUclips type in living cost in Poland while watching tv and this is the first video that came up. I was like this is the same person!! Lol
What a small world! Thanks for watching!
Hi Sarah, whats best place for IT in Poland. I have got options like krakow, wroclaw and warsaw, gdansk
I think Krakow and Warsaw are the places to be for IT!
Its cheaper here than in Warsaw for example. And prises are good as a big city..
yes very true!
hi Sarah, I like Your video 👍 minimum wage in PL is 18.30 pln p/h ( about $4.9 ) ...You surely not buying in Biedronka 🤔😉 and apparently about 1.5 mln ppl living on that wage. Maybe You should let us know more about how's life , where You come from. I'm hearing from American expats that waitress/waiter jobs pay really bad , you just maiking money on tips🤔...or is there much difference between minimum pay in Nevada and other states....🤔
....I forgot 18.30 pln pre tax (!)...
Great idea! I'll add those ideas to my list. It's very sad to look at American wages (especially minimum wages) because it's almost impossible to live without having a lot of credit card debt. Things are so expensive there and most times the wages don't match!
In America right now, minimum wage earners cannot afford rent on a one bedroom apartment in 95% of counties in the country (per NLIHC).
Pardon me for asking this Linda, but what is Biedronka?
@@rhegbolt1023 ...its a chain of a supermarkets...check on Internet
@@lindamilowicki6168 thank you. I did check, must of their content were in polish. But will explore this when i am there.
How much is the tax for expats in Poland?
What are the budget supermarkets in krakow? Like in the UK it would be lidl/Aldi, and Waitrose would be an expensive shop. Also, is fresh meat cheaper at the local butchers or at the supermarket? Cheers
I think Biedronka and Lidl are the two main "budget" type of stores here. Market Point is the most expensive! And I honestly don't know about the cost of fresh meat at a butchers vs a grocery store, as I don't eat much meat.
It’s possible to live for half of it I think.
1500 pln rent
500pln utilities
2000pln food and others.
But here you need to avoid eating out in restaurants
I think it is possible to earn about 5000 usd by 2 person and live for about 1000-1500 usd/month
Yes, I agree with that for sure!
What about august 2022 update?
@@opa8928 Very similar. I live alone in Cracow in a 1 bedroom apartment with a large balcony. I pay 2000pln for rent and utilities and around 1500pln for food, internet, monthly mobile phone bill etc.
Hey Sarah, I'm currently evaluating an offer to move to Krakow for work. The offer is gross salary of 9,000 PLN. In your opinion, is this enough to make a decent living in Poland? Considering that i'll be relocating with my wife?
Hi Ian, congrats on your job offer! Regarding the salary, I would say you would be in the middle class range where you will be able to afford a decent apartment, get groceries, eat out a few times, etc. You will be comfortable here with that amount of money!
@@SarahAchleithner Noted, & thanks for your prompt response. Your videos have been of great help so far. Please keep posting. 😊
@@IanOnyango so glad you have found them helpful! 🤗
9k is ok especially if you live with other person and it has anorher salary.
4200 PLN monthly for 52 square meters? Guys this is rather on the expensive side, even for place located near the city centre.
Yes, I know it's a bit expensive, but we are in a brand new building with additional amenities. So for us, it's worth it.
Is 3700pln for 50sq metres near that big train station a good deal or not? I haven’t developed a sense of the currency or price yet
@@MrMusickey if it's a new building with good amenities +furnished + includes everything, then yes I think it's a good deal!
What company offers the bundle of internet & phone?
We have Orange but UPC also offers a bundle deal!
@@SarahAchleithner UPC is funny, I'm with them 6+ years, it's my 3th contract. Each time in the end I'm sending them resignation, they will call you last week with much better offer. I'm paying now 30% less than 6 years ago :D
@@piotrfalkowski5217 haha funny how that works out!!
Hey, do you know if 20k zloty is good salary to live in Krakow. With 2 kids going to international schools ?
If 20k PLN is your monthly salary, then that is very high for Polish standards. You will live quite comfortably here with that!
@@SarahAchleithner . will I end up saving anything at the end of the month ? :)
The average Polish salary is between 5k and 7k per month (depending on the job), so if you are making 20k, you are going to be just fine. But how much you save each month is based on your lifestyle, rent, extraneous spending, travel, etc. You could either save a lot or spend every zloty; just depends on what your priorities are!
@@SarahAchleithner thank you for your reply. much appreciated.
Given those costs I can notice this is an old video :D
yes this was filmed a few years ago! Crazy to see how prices have gone up!
Nevada? Did you encounter any UFO flying over Area51 by chance? :)
Jak podaje GUS średnia pensja brutto w Polsce za 2020 r, wynosiła na miesiąc 5411 zł brutto!!!czyli na rękę 3879 zł netto.!!!
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Over 400$ for food per month? Are you serious ? Do you guys eat truffle every day haha?
no lolz, this girl is weird, my family together spends no more than $ 80 a month on food, maybe it's just an American thing idk
i mean just food because life costs aren't too low in this city
Haha I know it's a bit more than average but we buy a lot of organic produce and meat. So it drives the price up but for us it's worth it 🤷♀️
@@SarahAchleithner I'm sure it's worth it, I did not appreciate healthy food (among many other things) I had in Poland until I moved to London where anything organic cost a fortune.
@@SarahAchleithner We are what we eat. 🙂