Kazakhstan
Cost of Living in Astana (Nur-Sultan)
Monthly Total
$1,125
$19,688
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$413
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$24
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$413
$7,228
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$69
$1,208
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$83
$1,453
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$120
$2,100
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$180
$3,150
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$178
$3,115
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$57
$998
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$25
$438
Monthly Total
$1,125
$19,688
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