🇷🇺 Cost of Living in Russia
2 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$1,836/mo
Across 2 cities we track
Couple
$2,297
Family of 4
$5,076
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 2 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 2 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 2 cities
Russia vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Russia?▼
Across 2 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,836/month including rent. Saint Petersburg is the cheapest at $1,451/mo, while Moscow runs $2,220/mo.
What is the average rent in Russia?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,204/month across 2 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Russia?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 2 cities is about $1,549, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Russia?▼
Saint Petersburg is the most affordable at $1,451/month for a single person. Moscow is the most expensive at $2,220/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.