Russia
Cost of Living in Samara
Monthly Total
$1,062
$18,585
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$323
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$25
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
$323
$5,653
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$104
$1,820
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$78
$1,365
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$108
$1,890
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$180
$3,150
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$183
$3,203
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$65
$1,138
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$21
$368
Monthly Total
$1,062
$18,585
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