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  • Monthly budgets from about $1,400–$3,000

Gozo, Malta

Gozo is an expat destination for all. With a low cost of living and a beautiful climate, it is no wonder it is a popular expat choice in Malta.


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Cost Of Living In Gozo, Malta

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Key Takeaways: Gozo in 2026
  • Groceries for a couple cost around €150 monthly.
  • Rent for a one-bedroom apartment starts at €360.
  • Low-cost airlines connect Malta to Europe efficiently.

Gozo is an expat destination for all. With a low cost of living and a beautiful climate, it is a popular expat choice in Malta.

Nowadays, Malta is a modern, First World, European nation with a long-standing, stable democracy in place.

Malta is a member of the EU, the single biggest economic bloc on the planet, and the currency used is the euro.

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Getting To Gozo, Malta

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Although there are no direct flights from the United States to Malta. So, traveling between the two countries is relatively straightforward.

Fly to Europe with a transatlantic carrier, such as Lufthansa, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, or U.S. Airways, then connect to the island. 

The national airline, Air Malta, serves a number of major airports around the continent. But, you can also connect from multiple European cities to Malta with low-cost airlines Ryanair, Easyjet, or Wizzair.

Cost Of Living In Gozo, Malta

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Apartment Or House Ownership Budget (for a couple) In Gozo

Expense Monthly Cost Notes
Mortgage N/A Not included here as too variable.
Property Taxes N/A Malta does not charge a regular, annual property tax.
Transportation (bus, taxi, etc.) 48 Private car ownership.
Utilities 77 Electricity, water, garbage collection.
Cell phone 30 Standard package.
Water 15
Internet and Cable TV 40
Household help 240 Two three-hour maid visits a week.
Entertainment (costs for a couple). 800 Eating out twice a week and drinks twice a week.
Groceries 290 Basic items for a couple, with shopping trips four times a month.
Gym Membership 25 Monthly fee at a basic gym.
Medical appointment 20 Basic clinic/GP visit (without insurance).
Total 1,585
All prices are using the Euro. Click here for currency conversion at today’s exchange rate.

Apartment or House Rental Budget (for a couple) In Gozo

Expense Monthly Cost Notes
Rent 1,000 Two-bedroom apartment in city center.
Transportation (bus, taxi, etc.) 48 Private car ownership.
Utilities 77 Electricity, water, garbage collection.
Cell phone 30 Standard package.
Water 15
Internet and Cable TV 40
Household help 240 Two three-hour maid visits a week.
Entertainment (costs for a couple). 800 Eating out twice a week and drinks twice a week.
Groceries 290 Basic items for a couple, with shopping trips four times a month.
Gym Membership 25 Monthly fee at a basic gym.
Medical appointment 20 Basic clinic/GP visit (without insurance).
Total 2,585

Penny-Pincher’s Budget (for a couple, bare minimum costs for all)

Expense Monthly Cost Notes
Rent 450 One-bedroom outside of the city center.
Transportation 25 Monthly bus pass (Gozo only.
Utilities 77 Electricity, water, garbage collection.
Cell phone 30 Standard package.
Internet and Cable TV 40
Household help 0 No household help.
Entertainment (costs for a couple). 400 Eating out twice a week at family restaurants, drinks twice a week at a local bar.
Groceries 200 Basic items for a couple, with shopping trips at discount stores four times a month.
Gym Membership 0 No gym membership.
Medical Appointment 0 Medical expenses not included.
Total 1,222
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Reviewed By Lief Simon

Lief Simon is the managing editor of Global Property Advisor, Simon Letter, and Offshore Living Letter. He has purchased more than 45 properties, investing in 23 different countries around the world.

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Gozo, Malta, has long been a retirement destination for Maltese seniors. These days, retirees from further afield are beginning to set up home here.

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