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Prices and Cost of Living in Kazakhstan

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Travel Budget Calculator

Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Kazakhstan. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.

Travel style: 1 Travel style: 3

Food

from 33.43 PLN to 46.80 PLN

Transportation

from 1.67 PLN to 2.09 PLN

Sightseeing

from 8.89 PLN to 12.45 PLN

Accommodation

from 77.05 PLN to 85.61 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 121.05 PLN to 146.96 PLN

Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 9 July 2025.

How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?

Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 17384 KZT (121 PLN) to 21105 KZT (147 PLN). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 31237 KZT (218 PLN) to 41551 KZT (289 PLN). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.

Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living

The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Kazakhstan. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.

Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 13.56 PLN to 19.2 PLN

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 18.35 PLN to 27.01 PLN

Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 9 July 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Kazakhstan?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1947 KZT (13.56 PLN) to 2757 KZT (19.2 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 2635 KZT (18.35 PLN) to 3879 KZT (27.01 PLN) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.

Budget and shopping basket update: 9 July 2025

Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.

Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.

BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).

TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).

FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.

Prices in Kazakhstan

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Kazakhstan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)4.62 PLN
Banana (1kg)6.83 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)25.52 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)26.46 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)16.49 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)6.96 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)3.34 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)5.75 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)6.47 PLN
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre59.85 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)3.91 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.64 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)32.29 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)4.05 PLN
Onion (1kg)1.46 PLN
Oranges (1kg)7.06 PLN
Potato (1kg)2.19 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)5.11 PLN
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre45.62 PLN
Tomato (1kg)6.81 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)2.63 PLN

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 209 KZT (1.46 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 3665 KZT (25.52 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 734 KZT (5.11 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 236 KZT (1.64 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 981 KZT (6.83 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 664 KZT (4.62 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 377 KZT (2.63 PLN). Dairy prices in Kazakhstan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 582 KZT (4.05 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 4638 KZT (32.29 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 2368 KZT (16.49 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 826 KZT (5.75 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 979 KZT (6.81 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)7.42 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)3.29 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)4.18 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)8.36 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)22.98 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course104 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant27.85 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)1.84 PLN

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 1066 KZT (7.42 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 472 KZT (3.29 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 3300 KZT (22.98 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 15000 KZT (104 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 4000 KZT (27.85 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)52.22 PLN
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.84 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)16.71 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)2.79 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)4.18 PLN

How much does transportation cost in Kazakhstan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 120 KZT (0.84 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 7500 KZT (52.22 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 600 KZT (4.18 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 400 KZT (2.79 PLN).

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L2.02 PLN
Gasoline 1L1.71 PLN

Fuel prices in Kazakhstan

Average fuel prices in Kazakhstan are 245 KZT (1.71 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 291 KZT (2.02 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat17.41 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult151 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)54.81 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 607 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre1 088 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre3 165 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre2 096 PLN

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 156294 KZT (1088 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 230745 KZT (1607 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 637201 KZT (4437 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre4 437 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre3 127 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)1 949 PLN

Hotel Prices in Kazakhstan

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
22
347 PLN
KAIER
18
432 PLN
Grand Erbil Hotel
5
1 138 PLN
Rahat Palace Hotel
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Kazakhstan. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 09/2022, latest data 07/2025.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.

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