Living in Debrecen
Hungary · temperate
Debrecen is a mid-sized city of roughly 200,000 people inland in Hungary. The climate is temperate. It has a lively, popular feel and is considered very safe. A typical month of living costs around $1,100. Healthcare is strong, and the internet is fast enough for full-time remote work. People come here for yoga and wellness, cycling, food and eating out.
Rents have risen about 57% in five years: anyone arriving today will not find the prices they read about.
Debrecen at a glance: cost, climate, safety
Who tends to love living in Debrecen
- Making a budget stretch further
- Feeling safe day to day
- Working remotely with reliable internet
- Getting around on foot
- A genuinely good food scene
- Access to strong healthcare
All parameters
💉 Childhood vaccines: Compulsory by lawVaccines: 11
One of the strictest schedules in Europe, and coverage sits above 99 per cent.
If you skip them: The public health authority can order the vaccination and fine the family.
Exemptions: Medical only.
Source: Vaccines 2024;12:1296, European survey
🚀 Popularity & prices: Growing fast
Accommodation prices have moved about +57% in the last 5 years.
Estimates, for orientation only.
🔭 Where this place is heading
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What to know before moving to Debrecen
- • Can get busy with visitors in peak season.
⚠️ The downsides of living in Debrecen
- •Nothing major on our radar, still, verify visas and healthcare for your case.
Health, air (WHO PM2.5), water & crime figures are rough country-level estimates, verify for your case.
Where is Debrecen?
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Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Debrecen, Hungary?
A typical month in Debrecen costs around $1,100, covering rent and everyday expenses for one person. It is an estimate meant for comparing places, not for budgeting exactly.
Is Debrecen, Hungary safe?
Arcadia rates personal safety in Debrecen at 5 out of 5, which is excellent.
What is the internet like in Debrecen?
Internet in Debrecen is rated 4 out of 5 for remote work, which is good. Starlink is available in this country.
What is the weather like in Debrecen?
Debrecen has a temperate climate.
Is healthcare good in Debrecen?
Healthcare in Debrecen is rated 4 out of 5 overall, which is good. Public healthcare is 4/5 and private healthcare 5/5.
How easy is it to move to Hungary?
Arcadia rates the ease of getting residency in Hungary at 3 out of 5, which is reasonable. The place page lists the visa routes that apply and which depend on your passport.
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