Moscow, Moskva, Russia · Population 17,332,000 · National capital
▲ +25% vs Russia average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₽574 ($6.24) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₽2,296 ($24.96) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₽172 ($1.87) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₽13,012 ($141) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₽2,105 ($22.88) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₽5,549 ($60.32) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₽1,607 ($17.47) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₽1,607 ($17.47) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₽421 ($4.58) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₽26,435 ($287) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₽18,390 ($200) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₽55,170 ($600) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Moscow is ₽89,700 ($975) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₽56,662 ($616) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₽73,660 ($801) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₽18,390 ($200)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.
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₽49,167 ($534) / moMoscow is the capital and one of the key cities in Russia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₽56,662 ($616), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₽18,390 ($200) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to ₽132,250 ($1,437) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₽101,538 ($1,104) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Moscow is ₽89,700 ($975). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₽73,660 ($801) per month.