Cost of Living in Moscow
Summary about cost of living in Moscow, Russia:
- Family of four estimated monthly costs are 2,473.3$ (172,505.0руб) without rent (using our estimator).
- A single person estimated monthly costs are 693.4$ (48,363.3руб) without rent.
- Moscow is 49.0% less expensive than Seattle (without rent, see our cost of living index).
- Rent in Moscow is, on average, 62.8% lower than in Seattle.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 11.47 $ | |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 57.35 $ | |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 5.84 $ | |
| Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) | 3.58 $ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) | 3.58 $ | |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 2.97 $ | |
| Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) | 1.15 $ | |
| Water (12 oz small bottle) | 0.64 $ | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (regular), (1 gallon) | 4.81 $ | |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) | 0.67 $ | |
| Rice (white), (1 lb) | 0.76 $ | |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 1.65 $ | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | 5.42 $ | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | 2.30 $ | |
| Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 4.57 $ | |
| Apples (1 lb) | 0.67 $ | |
| Banana (1 lb) | 0.54 $ | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | 0.83 $ | |
| Tomato (1 lb) | 1.33 $ | |
| Potato (1 lb) | 0.32 $ | |
| Onion (1 lb) | 0.28 $ | |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 1.32 $ | |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.75 $ | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 9.68 $ | |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.04 $ | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) | 2.18 $ | |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 2.87 $ | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.73 $ | |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 34.41 $ | |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 2.42 $ | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) | 0.35 $ | |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 7.74 $ | |
| Gasoline (1 gallon) | 2.87 $ | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 31,542.72 $ | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 34,594.56 $ | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment | 136.38 $ | |
| 1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) | 0.04 $ | |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 7.47 $ | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 46.19 $ | |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 28.72 $ | |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 7.17 $ | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 554.59 $ | |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 10,355.87 $ | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 105.12 $ | |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) | 54.76 $ | |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 121.02 $ | |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 136.01 $ | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,002.87 $ | |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 559.80 $ | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 1,934.77 $ | |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 1,034.17 $ | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 684.12 $ | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 357.56 $ | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 1,259.62 $ | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate | 9.70 |
Prices in Moscow
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Karma bites hard
Russian citizens
Those are the facts!
Poland Africa and USA took care of all needs for all of Europe.Nothing was ever stolen from Russia since day one truth be known.
The next step will be cremation of Russia on a massive scale no breathing thing spared regardless.
The European union hasn't purchased anything from Russia and china since July 2,2022.The European union is buying gas,oil, minerals from 17 different countries and all products from those countries so Russia and china aren't getting anything at all.
It's never been a virus from the beginning the so-called covide19 virus.
Instead governments globally distributed biochemicals used for warfare against citizens globally.
It attacks the softest tissue in the body being the lungs eats holes in the lungs causing respiratory failure quickly has been every diagnosis.
Fact is people are dead globally but they just don't know it yet.It's a population killer globally and it'll continue to do its job until humanity is eliminated.
I found out what 19 represents not online but impeccable sources instead.People globally are living on borrowed time it's true myself included.
Goodbye
He just wants to sell his book. But never forget nothing is breathing when the grim reaper comes,calling,the u s military. Death awaits those who cross the line.
To Putin since the beginning of the war in Ukraine
for minerals stolen in Russia:
$91,000,000,000 (91 billions dollars)
(proofs https://svtv.org/gas-for-putin-war)
Karma bites
BANG BANG YOU'RE DEAD PUTIN
Peace on earth
You will earn nothing - pro-government commenters sometimes are offcially employed and are paid an adequately
Russia is disconnecting from the global internet - not yet
every Russian citizen has lost their jobs - no
bank accounts due to the ruble becoming worthless - no
Lets see over 13,000 protesters were arrested - kind of
beaten badly - usually people get forfeit or 15 days detention
Russian citizens are that angry - sadly they are not
Obviously you haven't driven 20km outside of Moscow but if you actually did you'd be on bumpy dirt fields. UN experts you said categorize Russia best infrastructure etc . You are just another putin az kissing comie trying to save face globally but it isn't working, the whole world knows better. Russia economy always was on the rocks way before sanctions decades before. Putin and his cronies talk alot of smack but nothing to back it up its always been like that. So go back to your mommas basement and drink some more nectar where you belong wannabe.
The origin of the claims for Russian soldiers raping was Lyudmila Denisova, Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights. None of the claims were corroborated by anyone independently. What happened to her by the way? She was fired! By a vote of no confidence from Ukraine's parliament on May 31st: https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/russia-ukraine-latest-news-2022-05-31/card/ukraine-s-parliament-dismisses-human-rights-chief-1kQWT7i0GHXyeqh6spRe
But trolls like you will just keep repeating these claims, hoping no-one bothers to actually do any digging to see where they came from since articles citing her lies are still all over the web.
And so it goes with every preposterous, horrific sounding claim about Russia - if its not debunked within 48 hours it typically unravels on its own within a few weeks and disappears from the propaganda narrative to avoid scrutiny.
The same propaganda machine that told us Ukraine was winning, the Ghost of Kiev is real, the brave soldiers on Snake Island told the Russian battleship to F- yourself (they surrendered without a fight), Bucha was a massacre (Russian soldiers were already gone), Russia has been bombing Donbas for over 8 years (lol, yea we're suppose to believe they launch Tochka-U missiles from Ukraine's direction at Russian speaking people Ukraine hates).
Now they're telling you that Russia is blocking grain and starving the world, when in reality its the Ukrainian forces essentially under western US NATO command that are placing mines, which detach and float off into the sea, and making safe passage for grain shipments impossible. Now there are reports of Ukrainian forces setting grain fields on fire.
The reality is that the west is the one that could care less about the Ukrainian people and uses them as a pawn. They would be much better off if they rose up and kicked out Zelensky, replaced him with an anti-NATO Ukrainian who actually obeyed the Minsk accords.
None of these things were said about Russia before now suddenly they are killers and rapists. What changed? The entire Russian population? Or perhaps Western propaganda that brainwashes the gullible “save me daddy” Westerners on the daily?
The same propaganda machine that proclaimed vaccines stop transmission to admit that it didn’t, Covid came from Chinese people and eating bats to admit that it didn’t, that Ukraine was winning all along and now it’s not, there are Nazis in Ukraine (pre 2022) but now there aren’t because they have a Jewish president (2022). Men can get pregnant. And so on and on.
What about the younger generations (to 30). You can subdevide to 2 categories. 1 is modern and open-minded, and 2nd are naive divs from contryside who are used to watch TV. It's hard to pinpoint the scale but I would say the open-minded category highly preveils in the cities, conutryside doesn't really bring any political value. So about 80% (based on how it feels like) are good and anti war. So good are 10% in older generation and 80% in younger. What's the root cause of everything that's going on right now? TV.
We also also dont think that ukrainians in this current special operation could down 140+ of our war planes and 7 navy boats and we dont think that our army is running from Kyiv because they were almost surrounded there by Ukrainians! We know for sure that our conscripts are not being thrown to war and are not captured by their side. All such videos released by Ukrainians are fake. We trust Putin and know that we are fighting NATO in Ukraineand that it is simply a bloodless special operation! Long live peaceful and Nazi- free Russia!!
We arrived in Russia incognito recently and have distributed our special recipe for you to eat throughout Russia. Our job finished in Russia. We will watch as we feed all things that breathe in Russia their final meal,a quick flash non-existence guaranteed,enjoy your meal
You will earn nothing - pro-government commenters sometimes are offcially employed and are paid an adequately
Russia is disconnecting from the global internet - not yet
every Russian citizen has lost their jobs - no
bank accounts due to the ruble becoming worthless - no
Lets see over 13,000 protesters were arrested - kind of
beaten badly - usually people get forfeit or 15 days detention
Russian citizens are that angry - sadly they are not
CCCP MEMBER
The End
Certain inaliation of everything breathing in Russia is imminent should Russia continue to taunt the U S military. That also includes China.
Both countries talk alot of trash but in the end the U S military will smell the bodies burning in Russia and China and the landscape scorched to ashes.
Ask any honest Russian how they're progress is going towards even visiting the. U S. and they'll say no visitors from Russia allowed.
Putin like the Kremlin is a non-productive entity and its been that way since day one. Unfortunately Russian citizens endure the fallout and yes I'm one of those Russians on the receiving end just like many more millions are.
Putin has made it impossible for citizens to live even decently but he turns a blind eye like the Kremlin does daily.
Putin likes his photo ops with Russian women in groups though but the only reason women attend is for exposure to the world and nothing more.
Price fluctuations are too unstable to actually predict on a daily basis.So to the ones giving costs of things according to their renditions I say F U because unlike others I live here in Moscow.
In the city center, as it is not strange, mostly newcomers or young people live - the closer to the center, the more difficult it is to deliver a child to school or kindergarten.
Labor migrants in Moscow are mainly from Central Asia. They work in taxi, construction and retail. They all speak Russian and are very kind, although they are prone to deceit.
The police are loyal to foreigners, no one will intentionally offend you. Most likely, any police officer will think 10 times before contacting a foreigner. Of course, if it is not connected with a gross violation of public order - in this case, they will not stand on ceremony.
Education for children is free and is at a fairly high level. At least the schools are comfortable and safe, and the teachers are sufficiently qualified. Children at school are not aggressive - there are no fights and other violence in schools. Most likely, everyone will want to be friends with a foreigner. This, unfortunately, does not apply to children from Asia, because of the contemptuous attitude towards migrant workers.
An English tutor who gives private lessons receives from 2,000 rubles for a 2-hour lesson.
A year of study at the university costs from 200,000 to 500,000 rubles.
There is practically no street crime in Moscow. At least if you get robbed on the street, this case will get into the newspapers. The murders are mostly of a domestic nature and occur among the marginalized. Street drug trafficking does not exist at all.
Average salary 449 EUR (net), minimum 120 EUR (net). Average pension 166 EUR.
Interesting to mention that minimum salary is even lower than in Ukraine,the country which always Russian propaganda attacks... Even more painful for Russia is that the averages in the Baltic states (post-soviet), which said strict NO to Russia and have put all efforts to become western people ARE MUCH HIGHER:
Average salaries in Baltic countries: Estonia 1214 EUR (net), Lithuania 967 EUR (net). Average pensions are around 450 and 500 EUR respectively. Minimum salaries 546 EUR and 468 EUR, respectively in net terms. It is clear that the "failure" states (according to Russia propaganda) are doing much better.
Its very sad that Russia being sooo rich in natural resources and plenty of smart people is totally lagging behind providing normal living standards for their ordinary citizens...
I am just wondering if anyone knows whether there is any discount from the government on Humira injection. This injection pen is used to maintain Ankylosing Spondylitis. This is kind of a deal breaker for me to move to Moscow.
Many thanks for your answers
MR
After all major expenses(rent 1 bedroom close to the center or good area 40000,utilities 4000,food at supermarket 12000,monthly pass 2200,internet 400,mobile 400) you will have approximately 6000-11000rub (85-160$). But you can rent nice 1bedroom at the edge of the city near metro station 30000-32000rub plus utilities 3000-4000 rub
Everything above 100.000 per month is very good, if you live alone. If you are recruited here from abroad, there's a high possibility you'll get more.
Public transportation is very cheap, compared to practically all Western world, yet high class. I personally prefer Moscow underground to New York's, Paris's etc. Telephone+internet is cheap and typically includes lots of free GBs for 10$/month. Flats are warm during winter, and bills are also VERY cheap compared to e.g. the EU - water, gas - after living for some time in Germany and in Denmark, I began appreciating both the warm flats and the low bills in Russia :-) Also, life is quite safe here, and all the stories about tanks/bears on the streets are what they are - just stories.
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The cheapest accommodation ( bed with roommates, койкоместо) is 5000R/month
I will come for a job next month to moscow.
my salary will be 45,000/- rub per month.
hope to dedicate 6000/- rub for expenses. is it okay..??
how much will be a cheapest accomadation there..??
Thank you.
Mobile connection - a 500 minutes and 10-20Gb traffic contract costs about 750 RUB, and 4G coverage is great!
Plenty of 24h groceries, bars, etc.
Service level is moderate on average, and is rising from year to year.
There is something else you going to get living there.
Most of ordinary Russians are very warm, sincere and ready to help a foreigner. Some have grim faces, true, but if you ask for help - they will try to help you. When we smile you, we do that sincerely.
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Take into consideration one more point.
Most of world media belongs to people who hate Russia and Russians. It is no surpize that Russians are demonized and accused of all world's problems. Don't let that media make your opinion for you - just come and see for yourself. You'll be surprised, I promise.
Generally quality of life is quite high in Moscow, and one of the highest across Russia, of course.
Main drawbacks are distances and traffic, dirt all around for 6-7 months a year (Oct-Apr) and poor food quality.
Public kindergartens and schools are free in Russia, however, there is no guarantee for availability, especially for kindergartens.
I doubt (although don't know for sure) medical care is free for non-citizens, so private insurance would be some 70k RUB/year. Anyway it is must-have, as public healthcare wastes your time way too often.
Public transport system is well-developed and continues to grow. Ticket cost is extremely low, taxi rides are moderately-priced.
Driving a car in Moscow for an unprepared non-resident is quite a trial: intensive and dense traffic, aggressive driving, cameras everywhere. Be prepared if you try, and start from car-sharing, which is also quite developed.
As for safety, most of districts are safe. There is a lot of video surveillance around, and I guess one need to put special efforts in order to get hurt. However there are lots of people who will try to con a foreigner. Police is not willing too much to help you if you run in trouble, so don't be too trustful.
The city has loooooots of places to visit, and if you are interested in Russian culture you'll keep yourself busy for a year, I guess.
City parks are being developed, although there are not too many of them (depending on district however).
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Spendings.
For a single person approximate spendings would be about 90-100k a month, half of them for 1-room apartments next to subway station in a good district, that saves much time. This is valid for economy mode. For "middle-class style living" I'd reserve 120k, again, half for apartments.
For 3-member family one would need some 130k + apartments - 55-80k.
Actual spendings will very depending on lifestyle.
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Salaries (as I see them for Dec 2019)
Average salary for an IT specialist varies from 50-80K (tech support engineer) to 150K (qualified system administrator or highly specialised engineer) and 180-200K for a middle programmer with some good background, and even higher for senior professionals. .
Others earn much less. An average salary is some 80K.
What is also important to keep in mind is that Russian personal income tax is as low as 13% for residents, non-residents owing a patent, or highly qualified personnel.
Hookah is about 1500 rub
10000 rub for food.
Gym is 2000 rub per month
NO!
I will come to Moscow after new year. My salary will be 100.000 ruble per month. I need to find flat near the Vnukova Airpot.
Please advise, 100.000 Ruble is enough for single person ? I am going to gym and smoking hookah. Im not using alcohol or cigarette.
Have a nice day :)
Don't agree with that statement, since simple check shows that Russian scores in Mathematics, Science and Reading are higher than in the USA
http://factsmaps.com/pisa-worldwide-ranking-average-score-of-math-science-reading/
As a muscovite, I would say that cost of living in Moscow is higher too, than described on the page:)