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| Expense | Norilsk | Nizhniy Novgorod | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $5.47 | Norilsk |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $21.89 | Norilsk |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.64 | Norilsk |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $124 | Norilsk |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $20.06 | Norilsk |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $52.90 | Norilsk |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $15.32 | Norilsk |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $15.32 | Norilsk |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $4.01 | Norilsk |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $207 | $244 | Norilsk |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $144 | $170 | Norilsk |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $432 | $509 | Norilsk |
| Total single-person budget | $464 | $534 | Norilsk |
| Average net salary | $750 | $855 |
Norilsk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Norilsk runs about $464 versus $534 in Nizhniy Novgorod — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Nizhniy Novgorod 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 Norilsk · Full cost of living in Nizhniy Novgorod