Prices and Cost of Living in Kyrgyzstan

Food and beverage prices in Kyrgyzstan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Kyrgyzstan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 34.09 KGS (0.39 USD) for a kilo of onions to 558 KGS (6.42 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 115 KGS (1.32 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 33.04 KGS (0.38 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 134 KGS (1.54 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 77.68 KGS (0.89 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 34.59 KGS (0.4 USD). Dairy prices in Kyrgyzstan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 63.5 KGS (0.73 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 660 KGS (7.59 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 415 KGS (4.77 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 135 KGS (1.55 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 123 KGS (1.41 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Kyrgyzstan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 147 KGS (1.69 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 46.58 KGS (0.54 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 350 KGS (4.02 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1850 KGS (21.26 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 450 KGS (5.17 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Kyrgyzstan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 15 KGS (0.17 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 500 KGS (5.75 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 60 KGS (0.69 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 18 KGS (0.21 USD).

Fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan

Average fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan are 76.13 KGS (0.88 USD) per liter of gasoline and 76.91 KGS (0.88 USD) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Kyrgyzstan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 19011 KGS (219 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 30623 KGS (352 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 70455 KGS (810 USD) per square meter.