MigrantoCost of living in Georgia
Average monthly spending, by standard of living and against other countries
Monthly cost
GEL 1,490
what a typical person spends
Spending by standard of living
GEL 658richest 20%
GEL 3,740
Georgia is a place where prices have run ahead of local pay. A steady flow of newcomers and a lively tourist trade have lifted rents and the cost of everyday services more than wages alone would explain, so funding a life here costs more than its modest economy first suggests. The gap between living comfortably and just covering the basics is noticeable, though far from a chasm.
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Cost of living in Georgia
GEL 658/mo
vs GEL 2,120 in your country
Take-home
GEL 600
vs GEL 3,190 in your country
Potential savings
−GEL 58
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How living costs in Georgia compare
Regionally Georgia is a middle option — cheaper than the Gulf, pricier than its closest neighbors — yet against the world it reads as a fairly expensive place. That mismatch tells you its prices answer more to outside money than to the local wage, which is worth weighing before you commit.
Data source: household consumption 2024 (World Bank), International Comparison Program 2021 (World Bank), adjusted to 2026 using IMF GDP-per-capita growth
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Georgia?
A typical person in Georgia spends about GEL 1,490 a month — around GEL 17,800 a year — on housing, groceries, transport and other everyday costs. It's a nationwide average across different regions, cities and types of housing.
What is the cost of living in Georgia in US dollars?
The cost of living in Georgia is about $560 a month, or roughly $6,720 a year per person.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Georgia?
It all depends on your standard of living. A modest budget runs about GEL 658 a month per person, a typical one around GEL 1,490, and a comfortable life around GEL 2,030. In big cities and for a family, costs are usually higher.
Is the average salary in Georgia enough to live on?
Usually not quite. Average spending is about GEL 1,490 a month, while the average take-home pay in Georgia is about GEL 958. For more on incomes, see salaries in Georgia.
Is Georgia an expensive country to live in?
Somewhat. Georgia is more expensive than 60% of countries worldwide and ranks 10th of 17 in the Middle East by cost of living.
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