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Cost of Living in Elektrogorsk

Elektrogorsk, Moskovskaya Oblast’, Russia · Population 29,912

▼ -16% vs Russia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₽38,109 ($414)
Couple, monthly₽67,961 ($739)
Family of four, monthly₽88,203 ($959)

Estimated Prices in Elektrogorsk

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₽397 ($4.32)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₽1,590 ($17.28)per meal
Cappuccino₽119 ($1.30)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₽9,009 ($97.92)per month
Monthly public transport pass₽1,457 ($15.84)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₽3,842 ($41.76)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₽1,113 ($12.10)per month
Fitness club membership₽1,113 ($12.10)per month
Cinema ticket₽291 ($3.17)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₽16,694 ($181)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₽11,613 ($126)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₽34,840 ($379)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Elektrogorsk is ₽62,100 ($675) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₽38,109 ($414) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₽49,542 ($539) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₽11,613 ($126)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Russia

Moscow

Moskva · pop. 17,332,000

₽56,662 ($616) / mo

Saint Petersburg

Sankt-Peterburg · pop. 5,601,911

₽55,720 ($606) / mo

Novosibirsk

Novosibirskaya Oblast’ · pop. 1,637,266

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Yekaterinburg

Sverdlovskaya Oblast’ · pop. 1,468,833

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Kazan

Tatarstan · pop. 1,329,825

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Nizhniy Novgorod

Nizhegorodskaya Oblast’ · pop. 1,198,245

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Chelyabinsk

Chelyabinskaya Oblast’ · pop. 1,176,770

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Krasnodar

Krasnodarskiy Kray · pop. 1,154,885

₽49,167 ($534) / mo

Living in Elektrogorsk

Elektrogorsk is one of the key cities in Russia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₽38,109 ($414), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₽11,613 ($126) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₽88,203 ($959) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₽67,961 ($739) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Elektrogorsk is ₽62,100 ($675). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₽49,542 ($539) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elektrogorsk expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₽38,109 ($414) per month in Elektrogorsk including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Russia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Elektrogorsk?
A net salary of around ₽49,542 ($539) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Elektrogorsk with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Elektrogorsk is ₽62,100 ($675).
How much is rent in Elektrogorsk?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₽16,694 ($181) per month in the city centre and ₽11,613 ($126) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₽34,840 ($379).
Is Elektrogorsk cheaper than Russia on average?
Yes — Elektrogorsk is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Russia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Elektrogorsk?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₽9,009 ($98) in Elektrogorsk. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₽397 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₽119 ($1).
How do transport costs in Elektrogorsk compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Elektrogorsk is estimated at ₽1,457 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Elektrogorsk are estimates based on Russia national averages adjusted for city size (population 29,912). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.