Prices and Cost of Living in Russia

Food and beverage prices in Russia

Popular food products found on store shelves in Russia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 64.61 RUB (0.81 USD) for a kilo of onions to 940 RUB (11.74 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 134 RUB (1.67 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 67.02 RUB (0.84 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 164 RUB (2.04 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 150 RUB (1.87 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 61.53 RUB (0.77 USD). Dairy prices in Russia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 103 RUB (1.28 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1059 RUB (13.22 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 469 RUB (5.85 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 146 RUB (1.82 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 321 RUB (4 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Russia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 248 RUB (3.1 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 109 RUB (1.36 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 500 RUB (6.24 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 4500 RUB (56.18 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1000 RUB (12.48 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Russia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 70 RUB (0.87 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 3000 RUB (37.45 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 200 RUB (2.5 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 30 RUB (0.37 USD).

Fuel prices in Russia

Average fuel prices in Russia are 62.88 RUB (0.79 USD) per liter of gasoline and 72.57 RUB (0.91 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 29.24 RUB (0.37 USD).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Russia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 57125 RUB (713 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 104619 RUB (1306 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 710424 RUB (8869 USD) per square meter.