Cost of Living & Prices:
Russia vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Russia vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 2.36 times less for grocery shopping in Russia than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 4.73 PLN (1.22 USD) in Russia and 22.57 PLN (5.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 79% lower in Russia.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 3.93 PLN (1.02 USD) in Russia and 9.24 PLN (2.39 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.5% lower in Russia.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 32.12 PLN (8.31 USD) in Russia and 81.11 PLN (20.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 60.4% lower in Russia.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 27.52 PLN (7.12 USD) in Russia and 69.56 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 60.4% lower in Russia.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 16.26 PLN (4.21 USD) in Russia and 67.32 PLN (17.42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 75.8% lower in Russia.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 9.29 PLN (2.4 USD) in Russia and 61.83 PLN (16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 85% lower in Russia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 3.33 PLN (0.86 USD) in Russia and 12.4 PLN (3.21 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 73.1% lower in Russia.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 5.35 PLN (1.38 USD) for 12 eggs in Russia and 18.32 PLN (4.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.8% lower in Russia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 7.03 PLN (1.82 USD) in Russia and 15.19 PLN (3.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 53.7% lower in Russia.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 77.67 PLN (20.1 USD) in Russia and 96.57 PLN (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 19.6% lower in Russia.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 4.29 PLN (1.11 USD) in Russia and 10.97 PLN (2.84 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 60.9% lower in Russia.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.5 PLN (0.65 USD) in Russia and 16.5 PLN (4.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 84.8% lower in Russia.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 37.08 PLN (9.59 USD) in Russia and 64.57 PLN (16.71 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.6% lower in Russia.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 4.06 PLN (1.05 USD) in Russia and 4.83 PLN (1.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 15.9% lower in Russia.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.98 PLN (0.51 USD) in Russia and 15.07 PLN (3.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 86.9% lower in Russia.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 5.7 PLN (1.48 USD) in Russia and 20.6 PLN (5.33 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 72.3% lower in Russia.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.19 PLN (0.57 USD) in Russia and 16.46 PLN (4.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 86.7% lower in Russia.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 5.31 PLN (1.37 USD) in Russia and 31.76 PLN (8.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 83.3% lower in Russia.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 35.86 PLN (9.28 USD) in Russia and 34.7 PLN (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 3.2% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 9.93 PLN (2.57 USD) in Russia and 24.15 PLN (6.25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.9% lower in Russia.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 2.4 PLN (0.62 USD) in Russia and 9.66 PLN (2.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 75.2% lower in Russia.
Restaurant
Russia vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 2.51 times less for meals in restaurants in Russia than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 9.35 PLN (2.42 USD) in Russia and 20.17 PLN (5.22 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 53.6% lower in Russia.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 3.77 PLN (0.98 USD) in Russia and 10.82 PLN (2.8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.2% lower in Russia.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 11.47 PLN (2.97 USD) in Russia and 30.91 PLN (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62.9% lower in Russia.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 11.47 PLN (2.97 USD) in Russia and 38.64 PLN (10 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 70.3% lower in Russia.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 18.81 PLN (4.87 USD) in Russia and 46.37 PLN (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.4% lower in Russia.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 160.54 PLN (41.54 USD) in Russia and 386.43 PLN (100 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.5% lower in Russia.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 36.69 PLN (9.5 USD) in Russia and 96.61 PLN (25 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 62% lower in Russia.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.07 PLN (0.53 USD) in Russia and 8.5 PLN (2.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 75.6% lower in Russia.
Fuel
Russia vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.43 times less for fuel in Russia than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 2.69 PLN (0.7 USD) in Russia and 3.66 PLN (0.95 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 26.5% lower in Russia.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 2.36 PLN (0.61 USD) in Russia and 3.55 PLN (0.92 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.5% lower in Russia.
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Transportation
Russia vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 4.42 times less for transportation in Russia than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 110.08 PLN (28.49 USD) in Russia and 498.49 PLN (129 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 77.9% lower in Russia.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 2.34 PLN (0.61 USD) in Russia and 10.63 PLN (2.75 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 78% lower in Russia.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 24.77 PLN (6.41 USD) in Russia and 115.93 PLN (30 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 78.6% lower in Russia.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 0.69 PLN (0.18 USD) in Russia and 7.19 PLN (1.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 90.4% lower in Russia.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 9.13 PLN (2.36 USD) in Russia and 17.39 PLN (4.5 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 47.5% lower in Russia.
Sports & entertainment
Russia vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 22.93 PLN (5.93 USD) in Russia and 69.56 PLN (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67% lower in Russia.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 138.23 PLN (35.77 USD) in Russia and 379.7 PLN (98.26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 63.6% lower in Russia.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 90.26 PLN (23.36 USD) in Russia and 146.84 PLN (38 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 38.5% lower in Russia.
Flats for rent
Russia vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 4.62 times less for renting an apartment in Russia than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 3209 PLN (830.31 USD) in Russia and 14686 PLN (3800.48 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 78.1% lower in Russia.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1806 PLN (467.37 USD) in Russia and 9198 PLN (2380.18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 80.4% lower in Russia.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 6181 PLN (1599.49 USD) in Russia and 27413 PLN (7094.09 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 77.5% lower in Russia.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 3350 PLN (866.89 USD) in Russia and 15872 PLN (4107.47 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 78.9% lower in Russia.
Flats for sale
Russia vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 2.48 times less for buying an apartment in Russia than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 24203 PLN (6263.38 USD) in Russia and 55174 PLN (14277.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 56.1% lower in Russia.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 12455 PLN (3223.01 USD) in Russia and 35842 PLN (9275.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 65.3% lower in Russia.
Salary
Russia vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Russia is 5.68 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 4082 PLN (1056.41 USD) in Russia and 23174 PLN (5996.99 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 82.4% lower in Russia.
Hotels
Russia vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels