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| Expense | Cherkessk | Moscow | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $6.24 | Cherkessk |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $24.96 | Cherkessk |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.87 | Cherkessk |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $141 | Cherkessk |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $22.88 | Cherkessk |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $60.32 | Cherkessk |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $17.47 | Cherkessk |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $17.47 | Cherkessk |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $4.58 | Cherkessk |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $207 | $287 | Cherkessk |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $144 | $200 | Cherkessk |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $432 | $600 | Cherkessk |
| Total single-person budget | $464 | $616 | Cherkessk |
| Average net salary | $750 | $975 |
Cherkessk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Cherkessk runs about $464 versus $616 in Moscow — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Moscow leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Cherkessk · Full cost of living in Moscow