Prices and Cost of Living in Kazakhstan

Food and beverage prices in Kazakhstan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Kazakhstan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 189 KZT (0.38 USD) for a kilo of onions to 3125 KZT (6.29 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 452 KZT (0.91 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 165 KZT (0.33 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 772 KZT (1.55 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 549 KZT (1.1 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 237 KZT (0.48 USD). Dairy prices in Kazakhstan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 452 KZT (0.91 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 3421 KZT (6.88 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1882 KZT (3.78 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 632 KZT (1.27 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 782 KZT (1.57 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Kazakhstan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 830 KZT (1.67 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 300 KZT (0.6 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 2200 KZT (4.43 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 13000 KZT (26.15 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 3000 KZT (6.03 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Kazakhstan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 90 KZT (0.18 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 7000 KZT (14.08 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 500 KZT (1.01 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 200 KZT (0.4 USD).

Fuel prices in Kazakhstan

Average fuel prices in Kazakhstan are 251 KZT (0.5 USD) per liter of gasoline and 298 KZT (0.6 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kazakhstan?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Kazakhstan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 137358 KZT (276 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 202155 KZT (407 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 493551 KZT (993 USD) per square meter.