Russia
Cost of Living in Moscow
Monthly Total
$1,862
$32,585
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$885
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$33
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
$885
$15,488
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$163
$2,853
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$104
$1,820
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$144
$2,520
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$180
$3,150
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$222
$3,885
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$140
$2,450
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$24
$420
Monthly Total
$1,862
$32,585
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