Moving to Greece from Minnesota
What to Expect
Considering a move from Minnesota to Greece? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Minnesota to Greece, you would find that Greece is 17.5% cheaper than Minnesota. A $75,000 salary in Minnesota would need to be roughly €54,367 in Greece to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Greek. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Athens averages 72°F vs 56°F in Saint Paul, making it significantly warmer.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Minnesota and Greece.
What does your salary buy?
$75,000 → €54,367
To maintain the same standard of living in Greece
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 24.8% less
Groceries
pay 21.2% less
Transportation
pay 27.3% more
Housing
pay 34.1% less
Childcare
pay 67.8% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 24.3% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from Minnesota to Greece.
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Greece compared to Minnesota.
How's the healthcare?
share of adults with obesity
Greece performs significantly better than Minnesota across all health & wellbeing metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
share of households with internet
Minnesota performs better than Greece across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
share of people below the poverty line
Minnesota performs better than Greece across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
Greece performs significantly better than Minnesota across all family life metrics.
Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Saint Paul | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 32°/16°F (0°/-9°C) | 57°/42°F (14°/6°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 69°/50°F (21°/10°C) | 78°/57°F (26°/14°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 79°/60°F (26°/16°C) | 90°/67°F (32°/20°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 43°/27°F (6°/-3°C) | 65°/50°F (18°/10°C) |
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| Month | Saint Paul | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 25°/9°F (-4.1°/-12.6°C) | 54°/41°F (12.5°/5.2°C) |
| Feb | 30°/14°F (-1.3°/-9.9°C) | 56°/42°F (13.5°/5.4°C) |
| Mar | 42°/26°F (5.5°/-3.6°C) | 60°/44°F (15.7°/6.7°C) |
| Apr | 58°/39°F (14.7°/3.9°C) | 68°/49°F (20.2°/9.6°C) |
| May | 70°/50°F (21.2°/10.0°C) | 79°/57°F (26.0°/13.9°C) |
| Jun | 79°/60°F (26.0°/15.4°C) | 88°/65°F (31.1°/18.2°C) |
| Jul | 83°/65°F (28.5°/18.1°C) | 92°/69°F (33.5°/20.8°C) |
| Aug | 81°/62°F (27.1°/16.8°C) | 92°/69°F (33.2°/20.7°C) |
| Sep | 72°/53°F (22.2°/11.7°C) | 85°/63°F (29.2°/17.3°C) |
| Oct | 59°/40°F (14.8°/4.7°C) | 74°/56°F (23.3°/13.4°C) |
| Nov | 42°/28°F (5.6°/-2.4°C) | 65°/50°F (18.1°/9.8°C) |
| Dec | 28°/14°F (-2.5°/-10.1°C) | 57°/44°F (14.1°/6.8°C) |
Data:
National Weather Service,
Hellenic National Meteorological Service
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Greece. To live, work, or study long-term in Greece, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Greece's immigration authority.
United States passport holder visiting Greece
Visa Free
Greece passport holder visiting United States
Electronic Travel AuthorisationData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Greece than Minnesota?
On average Greece is about 17% less expensive than Minnesota, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Greece?
Budget about €13,592 for 3 months in Greece (based on a $75,000 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Greece?
From major Greece cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Minnesota and Greece are what actually decide it long-term.
How is healthcare in Greece compared to Minnesota?
Greece performs significantly better than Minnesota across all health & wellbeing metrics.
What's the weather like in Greece compared to Minnesota?
The average high temperature in Athens is 72°F, compared to 56°F in Saint Paul. Athens receives around 16.3 in of rainfall per year, while Saint Paul gets 28.5 in.
What language do they speak in Greece?
The official language in Greece is Greek. In Minnesota, the official language is English.
