Cost of Living in Birkirkara


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£1,637

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
60%
Groceries
16%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
5%
Property
60%
Groceries
16%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
1%
Utilities
8%
Leisure
5%

Cost of living breakdown for Birkirkara

You can expect to spend around £1,637 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£896Average rent per month
£3,079Price per m² (city centre)
£2,072Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index44
Quality of life index69
Safety index63
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Birkirkara average costs for food and drink.

£243Weekly groceries/person
£147Dining out average cost/person
£2Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Birkirkara average salaries and services.

£1,451Average Monthly Net Salary
£22Transport
Healthcare79
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Malta

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£895.78£820.23 - £1,036.08
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£744.69£604.39 - £863.40
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,338.27£1,295.11 - £1,726.81
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,122.43£1,036.08 - £1,554.13

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Birkirkara depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £741 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £2,668. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £896 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Birkirkara costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £22.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Birkirkara is currently £1,451.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Birkirkara costs approximately £10, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £60.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Birkirkara for a single person is £741, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Birkirkara, the estimated monthly costs are £2,668, not including rent.

Rent prices in Birkirkara depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £896, compared to £745 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,338 in the centre and £1,122 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Birkirkara (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £91 per month. Internet access typically adds another £24.