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Cost of Living in Masis

Masis, Ararat, Armenia · Population 21,376

▼ -16% vs Armenia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)֏151,017 ($389)
Couple, monthly֏269,415 ($694)
Family of four, monthly֏349,756 ($901)

Estimated Prices in Masis

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant֏1,571 ($4.05)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range֏6,286 ($16.20)per meal
Cappuccino֏471 ($1.22)each
Monthly groceries (single person)֏35,618 ($91.80)per month
Monthly public transport pass֏5,762 ($14.85)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment֏15,190 ($39.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)֏4,400 ($11.34)per month
Fitness club membership֏4,400 ($11.34)per month
Cinema ticket֏1,152 ($2.97)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre֏66,494 ($171)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre֏46,257 ($119)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre֏138,770 ($358)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Masis is ֏157,140 ($405) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ֏151,017 ($389) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ֏196,322 ($506) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (֏46,257 ($119)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Ashtarak

26 km away · Aragatsotn

Abovyan

28 km away · Kotayk’

Yeghvard

28 km away · Kotayk’

Nor Hachn

29 km away · Kotayk’

Metsamor

29 km away · Armavir

Other Major Cities in Armenia

Yerevan

Yerevan · pop. 1,106,300

֏224,569 ($579) / mo

Gyumri

Shirak · pop. 121,976

֏169,168 ($436) / mo

Vanadzor

Lorri · pop. 90,525

֏169,168 ($436) / mo

Hrazdan

Kotayk’ · pop. 52,283

֏169,168 ($436) / mo

Living in Masis

Masis is one of the key cities in Armenia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ֏151,017 ($389), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ֏46,257 ($119) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ֏349,756 ($901) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ֏269,415 ($694) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Masis is ֏157,140 ($405). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ֏196,322 ($506) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Masis expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ֏151,017 ($389) per month in Masis including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Armenia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Masis?
A net salary of around ֏196,322 ($506) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Masis with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Masis is ֏157,140 ($405).
How much is rent in Masis?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ֏66,494 ($171) per month in the city centre and ֏46,257 ($119) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ֏138,770 ($358).
Is Masis cheaper than Armenia on average?
Yes — Masis is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Armenia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Masis?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ֏35,618 ($92) in Masis. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ֏1,571 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ֏471 ($1).
How do transport costs in Masis compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Masis is estimated at ֏5,762 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Masis are estimates based on Armenia national averages adjusted for city size (population 21,376). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.