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Cost of Living in Velikiy Novgorod

Velikiy Novgorod, Novgorodskaya Oblast’, Russia · Population 222,669

▼ -6% vs Russia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₽42,688 ($464)
Couple, monthly₽76,231 ($829)
Family of four, monthly₽99,036 ($1,076)

Estimated Prices in Velikiy Novgorod

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₽442 ($4.80)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₽1,766 ($19.20)per meal
Cappuccino₽132 ($1.44)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₽10,010 ($109)per month
Monthly public transport pass₽1,619 ($17.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₽4,269 ($46.40)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₽1,236 ($13.44)per month
Fitness club membership₽1,236 ($13.44)per month
Cinema ticket₽324 ($3.52)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₽19,044 ($207)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₽13,248 ($144)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₽39,744 ($432)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Velikiy Novgorod is ₽69,000 ($750) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₽42,688 ($464) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₽55,494 ($603) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₽13,248 ($144)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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60 km away · Novgorodskaya Oblast’

Malaya Vishera

66 km away · Novgorodskaya Oblast’

Chudovo

71 km away · Novgorodskaya Oblast’

Luga

86 km away · Leningradskaya Oblast’

Kirishi

111 km away · Leningradskaya Oblast’

Tosno

116 km away · Leningradskaya Oblast’

Okulovka

119 km away · Novgorodskaya Oblast’

Valday

131 km away · Novgorodskaya Oblast’

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 Velikiy Novgorod

Velikiy Novgorod is one of the key cities in Russia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₽42,688 ($464), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₽13,248 ($144) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₽99,036 ($1,076) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₽76,231 ($829) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Velikiy Novgorod is ₽69,000 ($750). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₽55,494 ($603) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Velikiy Novgorod expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₽42,688 ($464) per month in Velikiy Novgorod including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Russia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Velikiy Novgorod?
A net salary of around ₽55,494 ($603) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Velikiy Novgorod with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Velikiy Novgorod is ₽69,000 ($750).
How much is rent in Velikiy Novgorod?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₽19,044 ($207) per month in the city centre and ₽13,248 ($144) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₽39,744 ($432).
Is Velikiy Novgorod cheaper than Russia on average?
Yes — Velikiy Novgorod is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Russia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Velikiy Novgorod?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₽10,010 ($109) in Velikiy Novgorod. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₽442 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around ₽132 ($1).
How do transport costs in Velikiy Novgorod compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Velikiy Novgorod is estimated at ₽1,619 ($18). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Velikiy Novgorod are estimates based on Russia national averages adjusted for city size (population 222,669). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.