Should I move to Moscow?

Moscow, Russia has a cost of living 50.7% cheaper than New York City (index: 49.3). It is ranked #308 out of 538 cities globally. Local purchasing power is moderate (index: 84.4 vs NYC = 100). Use our salary comparison calculator to see exactly how your take-home pay would change.

What is the cost of living in Moscow?

The cost of living in Moscow is 50.7% cheaper than New York City (index: 49.3). Groceries are 57.7% cheaper than NYC. Restaurants are 51.2% cheaper than NYC. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs approximately RUB 65,124 per month. Local purchasing power index is 84.4 (NYC = 100).

🇷🇺 Russia · #308 of 538 cities · 2026

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50.7% più economico vivere qui che a New York.

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-50.7%

vs NYC

RUB 65,124

Affitto stimato a

84.4

Potere d'Acquisto

Moderate

Potere d'Acquisto

Source: Numbeo · NYC = 100 baseline · Data verified Q1 2026

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I numeri

Dettaglio costi — Moscow

Indici di costo vs NYC = 100

Costo della Vita

49.3 Affordable

Affitto

30.7 Very affordable

Generi Alimentari

42.3 Affordable

Ristoranti

48.8 Affordable

Potere d'Acquisto

84.4 Moderate

Affitto stimato a Moscow

1 camera — Centro città RUB 65,124/mo

1 camera — Fuori dal centro RUB 48,843/mo

3 camere — Centro città RUB 113,345/mo

Risparmio fuori dal centro ~25% più economico

Stimato dall'indice degli affitti. I prezzi reali possono variare.

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