Russia

Cost of Living in Novosibirsk

Monthly Total

$1,036

$18,130

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$375

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$22

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

$375

$6,563

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$103

$1,803

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$86

$1,505

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$84

$1,470

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$120

$2,100

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$183

$3,203

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$64

$1,120

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$21

$368

Monthly Total

$1,036

$18,130

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