Should I move to Moscow?

Moscow, Russia has a cost of living 50.4% cheaper than New York City (index: 49.6). It is ranked #343 out of 558 cities globally. Local purchasing power is moderate (index: 82.4 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 50.4% cheaper than New York City (index: 49.6). Groceries are 55.1% cheaper than NYC. Restaurants are 51.9% cheaper than NYC. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs approximately RUB 78,223 per month. Local purchasing power index is 82.4 (NYC = 100).

🇷🇺 Russia · #343 of 558 cities · 2026

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50.4% più economico vivere qui che a New York.

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-50.4%

vs NYC

RUB 78,223

Affitto stimato a

82.4

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

49.6 Affordable

Affitto

30.6 Very affordable

Generi Alimentari

44.9 Affordable

Ristoranti

48.1 Affordable

Potere d'Acquisto

82.4 Moderate

Affitto stimato a Moscow

1 camera — Centro città RUB 78,223/mo

1 camera — Fuori dal centro RUB 58,667/mo

3 camere — Centro città RUB 136,162/mo

Risparmio fuori dal centro ~25% più economico

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

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