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| Expense | Podolsk | Moscow | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.09 | $6.24 | Podolsk |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.35 | $24.96 | Podolsk |
| Cappuccino | $1.53 | $1.87 | Podolsk |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $115 | $141 | Podolsk |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.66 | $22.88 | Podolsk |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.18 | $60.32 | Podolsk |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.25 | $17.47 | Podolsk |
| Fitness club membership | $14.25 | $17.47 | Podolsk |
| Cinema ticket | $3.73 | $4.58 | Podolsk |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $223 | $287 | Podolsk |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $155 | $200 | Podolsk |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $465 | $600 | Podolsk |
| Total single-person budget | $494 | $616 | Podolsk |
| Average net salary | $795 | $975 |
Podolsk is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Podolsk runs about $494 versus $616 in Moscow — a difference of roughly 25%.
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 Podolsk · Full cost of living in Moscow