Cost of Living in Tbilisi

Summary of cost of living in Tbilisi, Georgia:

Restaurants
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant 29.00 GEL 15.00-45.00
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course 110.00 GEL 70.00-175.00
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) 22.00 GEL 20.00-30.00
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) 5.00 GEL 3.00-10.00
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 9.00 GEL 5.00-15.00
Cappuccino (regular) 8.45 GEL 4.00-12.00
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) 2.24 GEL 1.50-5.00
Water (12 oz small bottle) 1.06 GEL 0.80-3.00
Markets
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) 20.76 GEL 15.14-26.50
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) 1.68 GEL 1.09-3.63
Rice (white), (1 lb) 2.41 GEL 1.13-3.63
Eggs (regular) (12) 6.70 GEL 5.40-8.40
Local Cheese (1 lb) 10.07 GEL 5.44-18.14
Chicken Fillets (1 lb) 8.12 GEL 4.54-10.43
Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) 12.70 GEL 9.07-14.51
Apples (1 lb) 1.62 GEL 0.91-2.27
Banana (1 lb) 2.05 GEL 1.36-2.72
Oranges (1 lb) 2.05 GEL 1.13-3.18
Tomato (1 lb) 1.93 GEL 0.82-3.36
Potato (1 lb) 0.85 GEL 0.45-1.36
Onion (1 lb) 1.02 GEL 0.45-1.81
Lettuce (1 head) 3.24 GEL 1.50-7.00
Water (1.5 liter bottle) 1.78 GEL 1.20-2.50
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) 20.00 GEL 14.00-30.00
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) 4.11 GEL 3.00-6.50
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) 6.24 GEL 4.00-8.04
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) 8.00 GEL 7.50-10.00
Transportation
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) 1.00 GEL 1.00-1.00
Monthly Pass (Regular Price) 40.00 GEL 30.00-40.00
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 4.00 GEL 2.20-6.00
Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) 3.22 GEL 1.61-8.05
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 18.00 GEL 12.00-25.00
Gasoline (1 gallon) 11.64 GEL 9.46-13.25
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) 68,000.00 GEL 40,000.00-80,400.00
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) 70,350.00 GEL 52,400.00-80,400.00
Utilities (Monthly)
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment 184.40 GEL 120.00-300.00
Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data 28.09 GEL 12.00-40.00
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) 52.18 GEL 40.00-75.00
Sports And Leisure
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 144.85 GEL 85.00-230.00
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) 37.31 GEL 25.00-50.00
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat 17.00 GEL 15.00-21.00
Childcare
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child 676.09 GEL 450.00-1,072.00
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child 16,613.00 GEL 6,000.00-40,000.00
Clothing And Shoes
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) 202.85 GEL 65.00-300.00
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) 135.36 GEL 50.00-180.00
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) 329.33 GEL 190.00-450.00
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes 373.64 GEL 200.00-600.00
Rent Per Month
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre 2,057.14 GEL 1,500.00-2,700.00
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre 1,355.10 GEL 1,042.00-2,000.00
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre 3,887.15 GEL 2,680.00-6,400.00
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre 2,390.29 GEL 1,500.00-3,500.00
Buy Apartment Price
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre 489.51 GEL 371.61-696.77
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre 267.43 GEL 211.63-402.35
Salaries And Financing
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) 1,428.97 GEL
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate 11.41 7.00-15.00

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Last update: March 2024
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Anonymous on Jan 20, 2024:
Hi dear sir/madam
Really I couldn’t enjoy from my holiday.
About lots of things,about driving about people about price I don’t know how can I explain one by one
I’m not racist but they was with me because of my Nationality Iran. Go from England but they don’t care even lots of people don’t know English that’s why it’s hard to connect with them.
When they understand you are tourist selling expensive than normal.more than expensive it’s not jok it’s really .
Never ever I don’t like back to this country
Anna on Jan 18, 2024:
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Gary on Jan 14, 2024:
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Anonymous on Aug 21, 2023:
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Francis Angus on Jul 04, 2023:
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senor Fring on May 19, 2023:
I lived there (In Georgia in many places, not in Tiflis/ Tbilisi) for around 7 months.
Did not like it overall.
All is overpriced.
Terrible ratio quality/price.
Mostly, usually - zero customer service whatsoever; funny thing is: you always get charged 10 % in restaurants for "service", which I dont know..what is.
Weather changes all the time...
Like poster before (Abdullah) said, one of the few good things there is a nature (many Arabs come there, as they probably dont have that much green/forest/ rain in their own countries). And yes, nature does include 1000;s of stray dogs...including caucasian shepherds....It takes one look @ these dogs and compare them with Turkish (Turkey, Georgia's neighbour) stray dogs (that are mostly friendly and socialized) to make a conclusion about the country...
Georgia is a wild country.
People are mostly grumpy, rude, and everyone that says that Georgians are hospitable and warm...Surely never experienced what is a warmness and a real hospitality.
Many Georgians speak/ understand Russian, as they were part of USSR/ CCCP, and yes, Russia is one of their neighbours.
However, they hate it, and they have "higher aspirations". However, aspirations and reality on the ground are two different things...Good to have aspirations though...And no, Georgia is not "unique" and "special" like many Georgians think about it/ present it.
After 2022 Russia- Ukraine madness, suddenly ;-), in Georgia hundreds of thousands of Russians moved to Georgia...Also, some refugees from Ukraine, and some people from Lukashenko's playground. Prices went up, and "poor" Georgian landlords finally could make some $$$ after 1-2 years of another madness - corona circus and lockdowns.
Things like kicking out current renters with 1 day notice (to make more from incoming desperate Russian deserters and people) were not that uncommon in Batumi or Tbilis..."Georgian hospitality".
Current rate lari/ usd (around 2.5 gel to 1 usd) is totally funny, Georgia is more expensive on many levels than developed countries that offer better quality and less hassle overall.
Good things about Georgia:
a) mobile internet is fast, widespread and not expensive
b) banking system is "open" and overall friendly
c) tax system (in theory) is very friendly
d) some nice places to see, if you like nature
e) some good people to meet, like everywhere.
f) some good wine to drink, but Bulgaria or Spain (for example) has better and cheaper wine. So no, Georgia is not "unique" again.

Food is mostly very heavy, made for lumberjacks/ people that work hard physically, however, some good fruits and vegetables to get, too.
David on Dec 16, 2022:
I have lived in Georgia already for 10 years, I can say that this place is heaven for everyone who respects others. I have read comments here, and I can assure you that only angry Russians leave negative comments.
Excapnes increased after a lot of Russians fled to avoid army in Russia.
Abdullah on Nov 02, 2022:
Tbilisi city is a city full of dogs, international students , universities , and restaurants , its expensive if you want apartment (1 bed room and hall) it will be like 600$ average cost , utilities, gas. Heating is cheap compared to Europe or middle east , food is expensive (if you don't eat pork ofc) , transportation is cheap , young people know english and little of old people know english as well as russian , don't learn about russian or speak russian when you come here (learn georgian) , the problem is when dollar price increases everything (including products electronics etc) increases in price but when dollar price is going down nothing goes down everything will be the same price , electronics and shoes are expensive, there isn't much of fun in the city ,few tourist interest places , not alot of activities to do , more like quiet city ,nature and climate is the best thing about it 4 seasons in a day ,my advice for muslims:see information about the food you want to buy in the back of the product , don't eat (pepperoni , bacon , pork) always ask about the meat type if its chicken or beef or fish you can eat also 7days croissant isn't halal so avoid it , marjanishvili have arabic restaurants and are mostly halal food ,monthly cost living for a student is 500-600$ , for a family of 4 is 3000$ .
Thank you for reading.
Anonymous on Oct 02, 2022:
Georgians feel entitled in most everything but Tbilisi looks like a dog kennel throughout the city, clean up the dogshit.
Anonymous on Aug 27, 2022:
I have been living in Georgia for 3 years
After the start of the Ukrainian-Russian War
300,000 Russians came to Georgia. Real estate and all prices rose. But only Russians don't know about it and complain that it's expensive

They do not speak English or Georgian in Georgia. Only speaks Russian. Only Russians don't know why you shouldn't speak Russian in Georgia. And they complain that Georgians are unkind

I thought they had no manners
But looking back, they were mindless.

If you want to be respected in other countries
First, respect the people and culture of the country.
Steven on Aug 17, 2022:
I've been living in Georgia off/on for 5 years. I would estimate that costs have doubled over the past year.
Anonymous on Aug 09, 2022:
I didn't see anything fascinating about Tbilisi when I visited for 2 weeks.Infrastructure is definitely lacking and transportation as well.It looks more like a dog pound than an upscale city, dogs are everywhere. Basically a wasted 2 weeks my time never again.
Anonymous on Jul 22, 2022:
Whoever calls Georgia the Sht hole is simply fool.
I would recommend to read history.
Anonimus on Jul 22, 2022:
Ivan JUST REMEMBER. We dont hate Russia or Russians.
But most definitely your NAZI president made Russia Enemy of the whole world. It is his actions what leess to hate.
John Thomas on Jul 09, 2022:
If you are from Pakistan or the Philippines, Tbilisi is the place for you Plenty of welfare and jobs ,bring your family everyone is welcome.
Anonymous on May 19, 2022:
I’m an American and I have been living in Tbilisi for the last 2 months and I pay $625 a month rent for a small studio in the city center next to liberty square and it’s the cheapest compared to other equivalent in size and price. A big shawarma costs $5.33 and a triple cheeseburger combo meal in McDonald’s is about $6. A cosmopolitan cocktail drink in a bar is about $6.66 whereas a draft beer costs $2.33 in the bar. One khinkali in the restaurant is about $0.40-0.80 each with a minimum order of 5 khinkali. A khachapuri is about $5. Overall, I find great value for the money I am paying despite the big cost of living increases in rent and food prices. Tbilisi, Georgia is a gem.
Anastasia on Apr 11, 2022:
For me as Russian it is expensive. I used to rent a nice flat for 450$ in St.Petersburg and now, in Tbilisi, I can only find apartment for 700$. Body products and food are twice expensive as well.
Ivan on Mar 30, 2022:
Great Country! if you love history go there, this country is so old and great today. but remember they HATE Russia (actually faily) and just beware. They love Europe and every civilized nation, and prices are so cheap. Just go there
Anonymous on Mar 06, 2022:
Georgia is a sht hole which Russia will own very soon. Afterall,Russia took a big piece of Northern Georgia when 2008 Olympics were going on and soon Russia will take the rest.
Kim S. Cabelleza on Jan 12, 2022:
I visited Georgia last year, I spent my winter break in the country. Georgia is a welcoming country. I had read some statements saying the people are unfriendly and unkind, but based on my personal experience, people are gratifying! Yes, some of them can't speak English, especially the older ones. I suggest you ask questions or everything you want with the younger locals. They can fluently speak English.
Prices of products are surprisingly affordable, even the best liquor. All things considered best! My travel experience was truly satisfying and memorable.
Anonymous on Aug 04, 2021:
Tbilisi is expensive even in compare to USA
people are rude and mostly don't speak English
country is very corrupt in every area
i had to bribe people working in hospital everyday to get my shots ( i got very sick there)
in general i don't recommend going to country of Georgia specially Tbilisi
Anonymous on Oct 15, 2020:
Georgia is a very safe country cost of living is one of cheapest in world its a beautiful country with amazing food not good as turkish food but close however it a police run state they are everywhere in tbilisi and local people fear them i have been to the country twice for business you will meet the most unfriendly people in the world do not believe all what say about georgians are friendly and the hospitality etc go and see for yourself its not true
Anonymous on Oct 15, 2020:
Georgia is a very safe country cost of living is one of cheapest in world its a beautiful country with amazing food not good turkish food but close however it a police run state they are everywhere in tbilisi and local people fear them i have been to the country twice for business you will meet the most unfriendly people in the world do not believe all what say about georgians are friendly and the hospitality etc go and see for yourself its not true
Anonymous on Apr 16, 2020:
Hello, i want to go to Georgia someday so anyone can tell me how much money do i spent
By the way i'm from philippines
Thanks in advance:)