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Nea Smyrni, Greece

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,940
Retiree Score
94.0
Safety Index
80.0
Healthcare
251 facilities

With a population of just 22,074, Nea Smyrni feels more like a crowded village than a modern Greek city. Refugees flooded in after the 1922 Burning of Smyrna, and the town has grown into one of the most densely populated places on Earth. Sure, the Alsos Neas Smyrnis park offers some green respite, but the stifling summer heat and persistent bureaucratic headaches are hard to escape. If you don't mind living elbow-to-elbow with your neighbors, Nea Smyrni could work - but for most, the lack of space and creature comforts would be a dealbreaker.

Can I afford Nea Smyrni?

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Nea Smyrni

You could save

1,060/mo

Savings Rate35%

Monthly Costs

Rent $920
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,020

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
35/100
Retiree Score
(i)
94/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
80
Safety
251
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $5
Rice (1kg) *$3
Chicken (1kg) *$11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$11
Meal (Mid-range) $75
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $201
Mobile Plan (mo) $23
Gym (mo) *$33
Cinema Ticket $9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $368
1BR Outside (mo) *$177
3BR Center (mo) $700
3BR Outside (mo) *$304

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Common in Tourist Areas
Expat Community
Small
Top Neighborhoods
Central Plateia, Agios Sostis
Best For
professionals, families, retirees

Expat Life Notes

Nea Smyrni is an upscale, leafy Athenian suburb popular with the Greek upper-middle class and a small international community. It benefits from all of Athens' expat infrastructure while offering a quieter, more residential character than the city center.

Pros

  • ✓ Excellent Athens connectivity
  • ✓ Upscale residential environment
  • ✓ Better air quality than central Athens
  • ✓ Good safety

Cons

  • ✗ High cost by Greek standards
  • ✗ Limited English outside commercial streets
  • ✗ Dependent on Athens for most expat services

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
561 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Nov

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Nea Smyrni has a population of approximately 22,074 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $2,300 per month in Nea Smyrni, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $920/month.

The nearest airport to Nea Smyrni is ATH, approximately 20km away.

Nea Smyrni is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 80.0. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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