BudapestHungary · Europe

Hungary · Europe · Population 1,741,041 · Europe/Budapest

Budapest in Hungary (Europe) offers an estimated monthly cost of ~$1400 incl. rent, a safety index of 64/100, an average annual temperature of 12.1°C for digital nomads and remote workers. This page compiles cost of living, safety, climate, internet speed, air quality and visa overview with per-item data sources and dates.

Monthly cost

$1400incl. rent · est. range

$1100 – $2000

Source: public statistical estimate (NYC=100 basis) linear fit + page snapshot, updated 2026-10-07

Safety index

64/100

Source: public statistical estimate · safety index

Climate (10-yr avg)

12.1°C avg/yr

676mm · 3173h sunshine/yr

Source: Open-Meteo Historical（CC BY 4.0）2015–2024

Fixed broadband

150Mbps median down

Source: public statistical estimate (fixed broadband)

Air quality

15.6µg/m³ PM2.5 · Moderate

Source: Open-Meteo CAMS · WHO 2021 band (2022-08 ~ 2024-12)

Visa overview

Official digital nomad visa

Source: Hungary snapshot (2026-10-03) · Disclaimer: visa policies change — always verify with official channels

FAQ

What is the cost of living in Budapest?

Budapest has an estimated monthly cost of ~$1400 including rent (range $1100–$2000), based on open-data statistical estimates and page snapshots.

Is Budapest safe?

Budapest scores 64/100 on the public statistical safety estimate (higher is safer).

How can Chinese passport holders enter Hungary?

Snapshot as of 2026-10-03: mainland Chinese passport holders are visaRequired to Hungary. Verify with official immigration channels before travel.

How fast is the internet in Budapest?

Median fixed broadband download is about 150 Mbps (public statistical estimate).

About Hungary

Hungary: GDP per capita ~$25,907 (World Bank), HDI 0.851, Global Peace Index rank #22 (IEP 2024). Open Hungary country page →

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