MigrantoCost of living in Russia
Average monthly spending, by standard of living and against other countries
Monthly cost
RUB 46,200
what a typical person spends
Spending by standard of living
RUB 21,400richest 20%
RUB 113,000
Russia is a vast, largely self-supplying country, and that shapes what life costs. Energy and home-grown goods come cheap, a soft currency stretches money brought in from elsewhere, and the gap between scraping by and living comfortably is real but not yawning.
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What it costs to live in Russia
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Cost of living in Russia
RUB 21,400/mo
vs RUB 57,900 in your country
Take-home
RUB 31,600
vs RUB 86,900 in your country
Potential savings
RUB 10,200
more than in your country
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How living costs in Russia compare
Among European countries Russia sits well toward the cheaper side. By world standards it's a different story — it still out-prices a great many places, so calling it inexpensive is a regional verdict more than a global one.
Data source: household consumption 2024 (World Bank), price levels (income-anchored estimate), adjusted to 2026 using IMF GDP-per-capita growth
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Russia?
A typical person in Russia spends about RUB 46,200 a month — around RUB 554,000 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 Russia in US dollars?
The cost of living in Russia is about $638 a month, or roughly $7,656 a year per person.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Russia?
It all depends on your standard of living. A modest budget runs about RUB 21,400 a month per person, a typical one around RUB 46,200, and a comfortable life around RUB 62,900. In big cities and for a family, costs are usually higher.
Is the average salary in Russia enough to live on?
Yes, with room to spare. Average spending is about RUB 46,200 a month, while the average take-home pay in Russia is about RUB 78,900. For more on incomes, see salaries in Russia.
Is Russia an expensive country to live in?
Somewhat. Russia is more expensive than 64% of countries worldwide and ranks 35th of 41 in Europe by cost of living.
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