Prices and Cost of Living in Ukraine

Food and beverage prices in Ukraine

Popular food products found on store shelves in Ukraine include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 25.59 UAH (0.61 USD) for a kilo of onions to 238 UAH (5.69 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 59.36 UAH (1.42 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 26.45 UAH (0.63 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 48.86 UAH (1.17 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 19.9 UAH (0.48 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 17.96 UAH (0.43 USD). Dairy prices in Ukraine, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 37.26 UAH (0.89 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 294 UAH (7.03 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 142 UAH (3.39 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 59.22 UAH (1.42 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 78.86 UAH (1.89 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Ukraine vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 49.23 UAH (1.18 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 24.05 UAH (0.58 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 150 UAH (3.59 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1000 UAH (23.94 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 300 UAH (7.18 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Ukraine?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 11 UAH (0.26 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 350 UAH (8.38 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 60 UAH (1.44 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 10 UAH (0.24 USD).

Fuel prices in Ukraine

Average fuel prices in Ukraine are 59.78 UAH (1.43 USD) per liter of gasoline and 56.02 UAH (1.34 USD) per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 35.05 UAH (0.84 USD).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Ukraine varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 10685 UAH (256 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 17414 UAH (417 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 75306 UAH (1803 USD) per square meter.