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| Expense | Chita | Saint Petersburg | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.09 | $6.14 | Chita |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.35 | $24.58 | Chita |
| Cappuccino | $1.53 | $1.84 | Chita |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $115 | $139 | Chita |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.66 | $22.53 | Chita |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.18 | $59.39 | Chita |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.25 | $17.20 | Chita |
| Fitness club membership | $14.25 | $17.20 | Chita |
| Cinema ticket | $3.73 | $4.51 | Chita |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $223 | $282 | Chita |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $155 | $196 | Chita |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $465 | $588 | Chita |
| Total single-person budget | $494 | $606 | Chita |
| Average net salary | $795 | $960 |
Chita is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chita runs about $494 versus $606 in Saint Petersburg — a difference of roughly 23%.
Salary-adjusted, Saint Petersburg 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 Chita · Full cost of living in Saint Petersburg