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| Expense | Chkalovsk | Saint Petersburg | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.32 | $6.14 | Chkalovsk |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.28 | $24.58 | Chkalovsk |
| Cappuccino | $1.30 | $1.84 | Chkalovsk |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $97.92 | $139 | Chkalovsk |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.84 | $22.53 | Chkalovsk |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $41.76 | $59.39 | Chkalovsk |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.10 | $17.20 | Chkalovsk |
| Fitness club membership | $12.10 | $17.20 | Chkalovsk |
| Cinema ticket | $3.17 | $4.51 | Chkalovsk |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $181 | $282 | Chkalovsk |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $126 | $196 | Chkalovsk |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $379 | $588 | Chkalovsk |
| Total single-person budget | $414 | $606 | Chkalovsk |
| Average net salary | $675 | $960 |
Chkalovsk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Chkalovsk runs about $414 versus $606 in Saint Petersburg — a difference of roughly 46%.
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 Chkalovsk · Full cost of living in Saint Petersburg