Cost of Living in Russia
Depending on where you live, the cost of living in Russia could be extremely expensive or very cheap. Moscow has a reputation as one of the ten most expensive cities in the world, and you will find that food and accommodation in Moscow is very expensive. However, in smaller cities in Russia accommodation will be less in demand and you will be able to find cheaper solutions.
During winter, fresh fruit and vegetables are mostly imported so these become more expensive. Russian production of foodstuffs has increased and many products are now produced locally. Most supermarkets will stock a full range of products comparable to European supermarkets, with European products obviously more expensive than local products. If you are not in Moscow, St Petersburg or another large city you will struggle more to find imported foodstuffs.
A 2-bedroom flat in Moscow or St Petersburg will cost you around 24,000 roubles per month. A loaf of bread costs 20 roubles, an imported can of beer 100 roubles, a meal out with drinks is around 1000 roubles and a pack of cigarettes 50 roubles.Clothing and shoes are particularly expensive and it is a good idea to arrive in Russia fully stocked!
During winter, fresh fruit and vegetables are mostly imported so these become more expensive. Russian production of foodstuffs has increased and many products are now produced locally. Most supermarkets will stock a full range of products comparable to European supermarkets, with European products obviously more expensive than local products. If you are not in Moscow, St Petersburg or another large city you will struggle more to find imported foodstuffs.
A 2-bedroom flat in Moscow or St Petersburg will cost you around 24,000 roubles per month. A loaf of bread costs 20 roubles, an imported can of beer 100 roubles, a meal out with drinks is around 1000 roubles and a pack of cigarettes 50 roubles.Clothing and shoes are particularly expensive and it is a good idea to arrive in Russia fully stocked!
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