Prices and Cost of Living in Uzbekistan
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Uzbekistan. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 33.25 USD to 42.54 USD
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 15 August 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 416836 UZS (33.25 USD) to 533300 UZS (42.54 USD). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 797693 UZS (63.63 USD) to 1207258 UZS (96.3 USD). 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 Uzbekistan. 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.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 3.53 USD to 5.1 USD
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 4.65 USD to 6.92 USD
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 15 August 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Uzbekistan?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 44254 UZS (3.53 USD) to 63936 UZS (5.1 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 58294 UZS (4.65 USD) to 86752 UZS (6.92 USD) 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: 15 August 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 Uzbekistan
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Uzbekistan, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country. City: Tashkent.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 1.36 USD |
| Banana (1kg) | 1.72 USD |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 8.70 USD |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 6.74 USD |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 3.85 USD |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 2.03 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 1.11 USD |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 1.48 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.18 USD |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 0.63 USD |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 0.43 USD |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 7.75 USD |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 1.11 USD |
| Onion (1kg) | 0.34 USD |
| Oranges (1kg) | 2.16 USD |
| Potato (1kg) | 0.51 USD |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 1.71 USD |
| Tomato (1kg) | 1.51 USD |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.43 USD |
Food and beverage prices in Uzbekistan
Popular food products found on store shelves in Uzbekistan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 4317 UZS (0.34 USD) for a kilo of onions to 109044 UZS (8.7 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 21481 UZS (1.71 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 5342 UZS (0.43 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 21619 UZS (1.72 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 17036 UZS (1.36 USD) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 5336 UZS (0.43 USD). Dairy prices in Uzbekistan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 13871 UZS (1.11 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 97185 UZS (7.75 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 48312 UZS (3.85 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 18586 UZS (1.48 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 18965 UZS (1.51 USD) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 1.94 USD |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.61 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 1.40 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.99 USD |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 4.42 USD |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 34.70 USD |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 4.79 USD |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.27 USD |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Uzbekistan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 24263 UZS (1.94 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 7590 UZS (0.61 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 55398 UZS (4.42 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 435000 UZS (34.7 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 60000 UZS (4.79 USD).
Public Transportation Prices
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 11.14 USD |
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 0.16 USD |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 3.19 USD |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 0.30 USD |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 0.80 USD |
How much does transportation cost in Uzbekistan?
The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 2000 UZS (0.16 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 139691 UZS (11.14 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 10000 UZS (0.8 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 3810 UZS (0.3 USD).
Fuel Prices
| Diesel 1L | 0.95 USD |
| Gasoline 1L | 0.99 USD |
Fuel prices in Uzbekistan
Average fuel prices in Uzbekistan are 12386 UZS (0.99 USD) per liter of gasoline and 11897 UZS (0.95 USD) per liter of diesel.
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 5.27 USD |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 47.48 USD |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 14.93 USD |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 651 USD |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 419 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 1 198 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 724 USD |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uzbekistan?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Uzbekistan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 5246900 UZS (419 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 8166280 UZS (651 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 21117000 UZS (1684 USD) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 1 684 USD |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 942 USD |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 518 USD |
Hotel Prices in Uzbekistan
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
What is the average cost of a hotel room?
Accommodation prices in Uzbekistan vary depending on the city, neighborhood or tourist season. For example, the average price of accommodation in Tashkent (December 2024) ranges from 188046 UZS (15 USD) per night in a hostel to about 978468 UZS (78 USD) in a 3-star hotel. The price of a night in a luxury hotel is an expense from 1585607 UZS (126 USD) upwards.
• Prices for products and services in Tashkent. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 06/2025, 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.
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