Cost of living in Green Bay

Green Bay, United States is Expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $1819 for one person and $4479 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Green Bay compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Green Bay are 27% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Green Bay compare to your city?

Green Bay is 50% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Green Bay is, on average, 58% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Green Bay?

Who is Green Bay a good fit for?

Green Bay is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and transport. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Green Bay so expensive?

The primary reason for the high cost of living in Green Bay is the significant expense associated with rent and utilities.

Is food expensive in Green Bay?

Food costs in Green Bay are 6% higher than the European benchmark, making it somewhat pricier for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Green Bay?

Public transport in Green Bay is 35% lower than the European benchmark, offering a more affordable option for commuters.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1819 $
Without Rent
709 $
Rent & Utilities
1110 $
Food
503 $
Transport
49 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3189 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
107.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.2 $
Dinner 55.6 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 8.42 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.78 $
Capuccino 4.67 $
Coke, 330ml 2.18 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.15 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.98 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.71 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 12 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.72 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.2 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.54 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.29 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 2.9 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.49 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.07 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.35 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.15 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 15.2 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.18 $
Cigarette pack 7.95 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.01 $
Monthly Pass 37.4 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.85 $
Taxi, 8 km 18.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 141 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 9.3 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.1 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.29 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.47 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 96 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 147 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 52.5 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 849 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,333 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,409 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,009 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 2,491 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 2,089 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,189 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.59%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 47.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 13.7 $
Haircut 13.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 90.6 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 29.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 2,453 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 22,984 $

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Green Bay vs New York City (New York City is 123% more expensive) Green Bay vs Los Angeles (Los Angeles is 75% more expensive) Green Bay vs Chicago (Chicago is 47% more expensive) Green Bay vs Houston (Houston is 24% more expensive) Green Bay vs Phoenix (Phoenix is 30% more expensive) Green Bay vs Philadelphia (Philadelphia is 40% more expensive) Green Bay vs San Antonio (San Antonio is 21% more expensive) Green Bay vs San Diego (San Diego is 84% more expensive) Green Bay vs Dallas (Dallas is 40% more expensive) Green Bay vs San Jose (San Jose is 102% more expensive)
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Green Bay vs Toronto (Toronto is 42% more expensive) Green Bay vs Montreal (Montreal is 7% more expensive) Green Bay vs Calgary (Calgary is 18% more expensive) Green Bay vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 23% more expensive) Green Bay vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 2% less expensive) Green Bay vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 4% less expensive) Green Bay vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 36% more expensive) Green Bay vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 46% more expensive) Green Bay vs Brampton (Brampton is 17% more expensive) Green Bay vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 18% more expensive)
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Green Bay vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 25% less expensive) Green Bay vs Holetown (Holetown is 24% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Panama City (Panama City is 24% less expensive) Green Bay vs Colon (Colon is 35% less expensive) Green Bay vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 32% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 42% less expensive) Green Bay vs David (David is 54% less expensive) Green Bay vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 48% less expensive) Green Bay vs Balboa (Balboa is 31% less expensive) Green Bay vs Pacora (Pacora is 31% less expensive) Green Bay vs Chitre (Chitre is 40% less expensive) Green Bay vs Penonome (Penonome is 40% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 32% less expensive) Green Bay vs Cayon (Cayon is 32% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Havana (Havana is 44% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 22% less expensive) Green Bay vs Holguin (Holguin is 30% less expensive) Green Bay vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 16% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 42% less expensive) Green Bay vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 36% less expensive) Green Bay vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 14% less expensive) Green Bay vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 14% less expensive) Green Bay vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 40% less expensive) Green Bay vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 52% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Green Bay vs San Jose (San Jose is 32% less expensive) Green Bay vs Limon (Limon is 34% less expensive) Green Bay vs Liberia (Liberia is 51% less expensive) Green Bay vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 32% less expensive) Green Bay vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 30% less expensive) Green Bay vs Cartago (Cartago is 47% less expensive) Green Bay vs Heredia (Heredia is 32% less expensive) Green Bay vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 7% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 28% less expensive)
Saint Lucia
Green Bay vs Castries (Castries is 36% less expensive) Green Bay vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 34% less expensive)
Jamaica
Green Bay vs Kingston (Kingston is 27% less expensive) Green Bay vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 57% less expensive) Green Bay vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 44% less expensive) Green Bay vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 36% less expensive) Green Bay vs May Pen (May Pen is 55% less expensive) Green Bay vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 46% less expensive) Green Bay vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 53% less expensive) Green Bay vs Linstead (Linstead is 42% less expensive) Green Bay vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 38% less expensive) Green Bay vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 37% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 34% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 61% less expensive) Green Bay vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 36% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 41% less expensive) Green Bay vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 36% less expensive) Green Bay vs Apopa (Apopa is 37% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 34% less expensive) Green Bay vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 20% less expensive) Green Bay vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 40% less expensive) Green Bay vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 52% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs St. John's (St. John's is 40% less expensive) Green Bay vs All Saints (All Saints is 41% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs St. George's (St. George's is 41% less expensive) Green Bay vs Grenville (Grenville is 42% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Roseau (Roseau is 45% less expensive) Green Bay vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 37% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 46% less expensive) Green Bay vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 45% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Belize City (Belize City is 52% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 40% less expensive) Green Bay vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 60% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 27% less expensive) Green Bay vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 14% less expensive)
Guatemala
Green Bay vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 45% less expensive) Green Bay vs Mixco (Mixco is 65% less expensive) Green Bay vs Coban (Coban is 50% less expensive) Green Bay vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 57% less expensive) Green Bay vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 50% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 51% less expensive) Green Bay vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 52% less expensive) Green Bay vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 52% less expensive) Green Bay vs Flores (Flores is 53% less expensive) Green Bay vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 57% less expensive)
Honduras
Green Bay vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 54% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 43% less expensive) Green Bay vs Choloma (Choloma is 67% less expensive) Green Bay vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 64% less expensive) Green Bay vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 51% less expensive) Green Bay vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 52% less expensive) Green Bay vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 61% less expensive) Green Bay vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 60% less expensive) Green Bay vs Yoro (Yoro is 60% less expensive) Green Bay vs La Lima (La Lima is 52% less expensive)
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Green Bay vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 56% less expensive) Green Bay vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 42% less expensive) Green Bay vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 58% less expensive) Green Bay vs Higuey (Higuey is 58% less expensive) Green Bay vs La Vega (La Vega is 68% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 54% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 60% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 71% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 66% less expensive) Green Bay vs Bonao (Bonao is 70% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Green Bay vs Managua (Managua is 57% less expensive) Green Bay vs Leon (Leon is 65% less expensive) Green Bay vs Masaya (Masaya is 61% less expensive) Green Bay vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 70% less expensive) Green Bay vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 65% less expensive) Green Bay vs Esteli (Esteli is 67% less expensive) Green Bay vs Granada (Granada is 62% less expensive) Green Bay vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 75% less expensive) Green Bay vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 63% less expensive) Green Bay vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 51% less expensive)