Waco, United States is Very expensive overall. Monthly costs are about $2223 for one person and $4805 for a family of four, including rent.
Waco is 56% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Waco is 50% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Waco is, on average, 42% lower than in New York City.
Waco is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The primary reason for Waco's high cost of living is the significant increase in rent and utilities. This factor heavily influences overall monthly expenses.
Food costs in Waco are 11% higher than the European benchmark. This contributes to the overall expense of living in the city.
Public transport in Waco is 35% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more budget-friendly option for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 14.9 $ |
| Dinner | 62.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 10.1 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.96 $ |
| Capuccino | 5.25 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.19 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.98 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.81 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.65 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.12 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.9 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 10.5 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 11.7 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.94 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.14 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.57 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.81 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.73 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.17 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.51 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 13.8 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.73 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 8.06 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.49 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 40 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.76 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 17.3 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 108 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 8.86 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 5.24 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 3.86 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.92 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 106 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 164 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 68.8 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,394 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 2,105 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,089 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,410 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,942 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,942 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,734 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.55% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 27.3 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 9.57 $ |
| Haircut | 18.1 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 78.3 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 51.8 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 845 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 21,735 $ |