Moving to Czech Republic from United States
What to Expect
Considering a move from United States to Czech Republic? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from United States to Czech Republic, you would find that Czech Republic is 25.7% cheaper than United States overall. A $75,000 salary in United States would need to be roughly CZK1,064,257 in Czech Republic to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Czech and Slovak. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Prague averages 57°F vs 66°F in Washington, making it significantly cooler.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between United States and Czech Republic.
What does your salary buy?
$75,000 → CZK1,064,257
To maintain the same standard of living in Czech Republic
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 31.9% less
Groceries
pay 33.9% less
Transportation
pay 2.2% more
Housing
pay 34.1% less
Childcare
pay 66.3% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 28.9% 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.
Cost of living by city
Cost of living varies a lot by city. Each figure is a city's overall cost of living as a percentage of New York City (the priciest, = 100%).
On average, cities in Czech Republic cost about 45% less than cities in United States.
Compare cities head-to-head
Get free moving quotes to Czech Republic
We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.
- ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
- ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
- ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you
Who Else Is Making This Move?
What the data shows about people moving from United States to Czech Republic.
people moved from United States to Czech Republic · OECD (latest data available)
Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Czech Republic compared to United States.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
Czech Republic performs significantly better than United States across all safety metrics.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
share of adults with obesity
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Czech Republic generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in health coverage index.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
United States generally does better on environment, though Czech Republic leads in co₂ emissions per capita.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
share of households with internet
United States generally does better on infrastructure, though Czech Republic leads in broadband per 100 people.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
share of people below the poverty line
Czech Republic generally does better on employment & economy, though United States leads in gdp per capita.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
United States generally does better on family life, though Czech Republic leads in infant mortality.
Data: Internal Revenue Service, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Washington | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 48°/28°F (9°/-2°C) | 42°/31°F (5°/-1°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 75°/51°F (24°/11°C) | 67°/48°F (19°/9°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 85°/62°F (29°/17°C) | 74°/56°F (23°/13°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 57°/35°F (14°/2°C) | 47°/37°F (8°/2°C) |
View all months
| Month | Washington | Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42°/24°F (5.8°/-4.5°C) | 37°/28°F (2.6°/-2.4°C) |
| Feb | 46°/26°F (8.0°/-3.3°C) | 40°/29°F (4.4°/-1.8°C) |
| Mar | 56°/33°F (13.1°/0.5°C) | 48°/35°F (9.1°/1.5°C) |
| Apr | 67°/42°F (19.3°/5.6°C) | 59°/41°F (15.1°/5.1°C) |
| May | 75°/51°F (23.9°/10.7°C) | 69°/49°F (20.3°/9.7°C) |
| Jun | 84°/61°F (28.8°/16.1°C) | 73°/55°F (22.8°/12.7°C) |
| Jul | 88°/65°F (31.1°/18.6°C) | 78°/58°F (25.3°/14.5°C) |
| Aug | 87°/64°F (30.3°/17.9°C) | 77°/58°F (25.1°/14.2°C) |
| Sep | 79°/56°F (26.3°/13.5°C) | 68°/51°F (19.9°/10.5°C) |
| Oct | 68°/44°F (20.1°/6.6°C) | 58°/44°F (14.2°/6.4°C) |
| Nov | 58°/35°F (14.2°/1.8°C) | 45°/36°F (7.2°/2.1°C) |
| Dec | 46°/27°F (7.8°/-2.7°C) | 38°/30°F (3.4°/-1.1°C) |
Data:
National Weather Service,
Czech Hydrometeorological Institute
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Czech Republic. To live, work, or study long-term in Czech Republic, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Czech Republic's immigration authority.
United States passport holder visiting Czech Republic
Visa Free
Czech Republic 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 Czech Republic than United States?
On average Czech Republic is about 33% less expensive than United States, with major cities narrowing the gap.
How much money do I need to move to Czech Republic?
Budget about CZK266,064 for 3 months in Czech Republic (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 Czech Republic?
Connectivity is usually fine (Czech Republic: 38.4 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Czech Republic offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?
Is Czech Republic safe for expats?
Czech Republic performs significantly better than United States across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Czech Republic is 0.8 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.4 in United States.
How is healthcare in Czech Republic compared to United States?
Czech Republic generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in health coverage index. There are 42.5 doctors per 10,000 people in Czech Republic, compared to 36.1 in United States. Czech Republic scores 84 on the WHO universal health coverage index (United States: 86).
What's the weather like in Czech Republic compared to United States?
The average high temperature in Prague is 57°F, compared to 66°F in Washington. Prague receives around 17.1 in of rainfall per year, while Washington gets 41.5 in.
What language do they speak in Czech Republic?
The official languages in Czech Republic are Czech and Slovak. In United States, the official language is English.
