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Cost of Living in Rustavi

Rustavi, Kvemo Kartli, Georgia · Population 132,333

▼ -6% vs Georgia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₾1,199 ($444)
Couple, monthly₾2,148 ($796)
Family of four, monthly₾2,798 ($1,036)

Estimated Prices in Rustavi

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₾12.15 ($4.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₾48.60 ($18.00)per meal
Cappuccino₾3.65 ($1.35)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₾275 ($102)per month
Monthly public transport pass₾44.55 ($16.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₾117 ($43.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₾34.02 ($12.60)per month
Fitness club membership₾34.02 ($12.60)per month
Cinema ticket₾8.91 ($3.30)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₾559 ($207)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₾389 ($144)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₾1,166 ($432)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Rustavi is ₾1,215 ($450) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₾1,199 ($444) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₾1,558 ($577) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₾389 ($144)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

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Mtskheta

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Iormughanlo

44 km away · K’akheti

Telavi

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Akhmeta

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Other Major Cities in Georgia

Tbilisi

Tbilisi · pop. 1,118,035

₾1,593 ($590) / mo

Batumi

Ajaria · pop. 169,095

₾1,199 ($444) / mo

Kutaisi

Imereti · pop. 147,900

₾1,199 ($444) / mo

Sokhumi

Abkhazia · pop. 64,441

₾1,199 ($444) / mo

Living in Rustavi

Rustavi is one of the key cities in Georgia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₾1,199 ($444), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₾389 ($144) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₾2,798 ($1,036) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₾2,148 ($796) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Rustavi is ₾1,215 ($450). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₾1,558 ($577) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rustavi expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₾1,199 ($444) per month in Rustavi including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Georgia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Rustavi?
A net salary of around ₾1,558 ($577) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Rustavi with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Rustavi is ₾1,215 ($450).
How much is rent in Rustavi?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₾559 ($207) per month in the city centre and ₾389 ($144) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₾1,166 ($432).
Is Rustavi cheaper than Georgia on average?
Yes — Rustavi is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Georgia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Rustavi?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₾275 ($102) in Rustavi. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₾12 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around ₾4 ($1).
How do transport costs in Rustavi compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Rustavi is estimated at ₾45 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Rustavi are estimates based on Georgia national averages adjusted for city size (population 132,333). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.