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Cost of Living in Moscow, Russia

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Feb 05, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Moscow, Russia is generally quite high. A nice one bedroom apartment in Moscow can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Moscow can range from $15 to $30 per person.

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Is the cost of living in Moscow high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Moscow, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Moscow is generally higher than in other parts of the country. Prices for basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are all higher than the national average. Eating out can be expensive, but there are plenty of affordable options available. Transportation is also relatively expensive, but the city has an extensive public transportation system that is relatively affordable. Housing costs can be quite high, but there are some more affordable options available," explained one expat living in Moscow.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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