Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$350.00
$900.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in central Sochi |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$70.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Mobile data SIM cards or WiFi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$180.00
$350.00
$10.00
|
Mostly eating out, minimal groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$25.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Public transport and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$25.00
|
Daily restaurant meals for tourists |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$15.00
|
Includes museums, tours, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$20.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Travel insurance daily cost |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for expats |
| Total |
$750.00
$2,230.00
$108.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.00
Local beers are more affordable; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.00
Typical local eateries; prices rise slightly in tourist areas.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$4.50
Standard fast food chains; prices stable year-round.
per meal