At a glance
 RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Nomad score | 5.7 / 10 | 6.2 / 10 |
| Cost of living | $2,702 / mo | $3,814 / mo |
| Internet speed | Data unavailable | Data unavailable |
| Weather now | 7° / -1°C | 13° / 9°C |
| Air quality (AQI) | 52 Moderate | 104 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups |
| Community votes | 0 0 | 0 0 |
Climate averages
Yearly averages of monthly climate data
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Average high | 7.5°C | 10.3°C |
| Average low | -0.6°C | 2.6°C |
| Precipitation | 39 mm / mo | 54 mm / mo |
| Sunshine | 234 h / mo | 218 h / mo |
| Humidity | 72% | 76% |
| Rain days | 7.9 / mo | 10.7 / mo |
| Wind speed | 17.8 km/h | 19.1 km/h |
RU
Yekaterinburg · average high by month
J -10
F -8
M -1
A 10
M 18
J 22
J 24
A 22
S 15
O 7
N -2
D -8
RU
Moscow · average high by month
J -4
F -4
M 3
A 12
M 17
J 23
J 26
A 24
S 17
O 10
N 3
D -3
Air quality
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| US AQI | 52 | 104 |
| PM2.5 | 4.6 µg/m³ | 34.9 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | 5.8 µg/m³ | 40.5 µg/m³ |
| Ozone | 62 µg/m³ | 4 µg/m³ |
| UV index | 0.8 | 0.3 |
Business & Economy
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Blockchain & Crypto Adoption | 4.6 | 5.9 |
| Local Payment Services | 4.1 | 6.6 |
| Startup Scene | 4.9 | 6.4 |
Climate & Environment
Scores out of 10
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Yekaterinburg
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Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | 4.4 | 6.0 |
| Green Spaces | 6.3 | 7.7 |
| Natural Disaster Risk | 8.2 | 8.0 |
| Noise Pollution | 5.4 | 4.5 |
| Seasonal Variety | 8.0 | 8.0 |
| Weather | 4.9 | 5.3 |
Connectivity
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Mobile Network Coverage | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| Power Grid Reliability | 8.0 | 8.8 |
| Public WiFi Availability | 5.0 | 7.6 |
| VPN Reliability | 4.3 | 3.5 |
Cost & Affordability
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Accommodation Cost | 7.5 | 6.3 |
| Cost of Living | 7.5 | 6.8 |
| Currency Stability | 3.5 | 2.9 |
| Entertainment Cost | 7.2 | 6.4 |
| Food & Groceries | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| Gym Membership Cost | 7.4 | 6.5 |
| Transportation Cost | 7.9 | 8.2 |
Culture & Entertainment
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Culture | 7.6 | 8.9 |
| Indoors Fun | 6.1 | 8.7 |
| Language Learning Opportunities | 5.5 | 7.1 |
| Local Experiences & Tours | 6.6 | 8.0 |
| Nightlife | 6.7 | 8.4 |
| Outdoors & Nature | 6.4 | 5.8 |
Digital Nomad Community
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Nomad Events & Meetups | 2.0 | 2.6 |
| Nomad Friendly | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Online Community Presence | 2.3 | 3.2 |
Digital Nomad Essentials
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Cafes with WiFi | 7.2 | 8.5 |
| Coworking Spaces Availability | 6.8 | 8.3 |
| Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes | 5.8 | 7.2 |
| Digital Nomad Popularity | 2.9 | 3.5 |
| Internet Speed | 8.1 | 8.9 |
| Local SIM Card Availability | 8.4 | 8.6 |
Food & Fitness
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Fitness Facilities | 6.7 | 8.1 |
| Food Scene | 7.0 | 8.4 |
| Healthy Food Options | 5.8 | 7.4 |
| Yoga Studios | 5.4 | 7.2 |
Healthcare
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Healthcare | 6.9 | 7.3 |
| Healthcare Affordability | 8.1 | 7.0 |
| Healthcare Quality | 6.5 | 7.6 |
Legal & Administrative
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Digital Nomad Visa Availability | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Ease of Business Registration | 3.4 | 3.3 |
| Ease of Opening Bank Account | 2.6 | 2.3 |
| Freedom of Speech | 1.7 | 1.6 |
| Political Stability | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| Tax Friendliness | 5.0 | 5.3 |
| Visa Ease | 3.6 | 3.3 |
Quality of Life
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Air Quality | 4.4 | 4.7 |
| Cleanliness | 5.9 | 6.8 |
| Environmental Quality | 5.2 | 5.5 |
| Family Friendly | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Language Barrier | 3.4 | 4.0 |
| Work-Life Balance | 6.1 | 5.8 |
Safety & Tolerance
Scores out of 10
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Female Friendly | 5.9 | 6.2 |
| Racial Tolerance | 4.1 | 4.6 |
| Safety | 6.2 | 6.9 |
Transportation
Scores out of 10
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Airport Connectivity | 6.8 | 8.5 |
| Cycling | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Intercity Travel Options | 7.6 | 8.5 |
| Public Transit | 7.4 | 9.4 |
| Ride-sharing Services | 8.1 | 8.7 |
| Scooter/Bike Rental Availability | 4.6 | 6.7 |
| Walkability | 6.4 | 7.3 |
Work Environment
Scores out of 10
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Coworking Quality | 5.0 | 7.5 |
| Freelance Ecosystem | 3.8 | 5.5 |
| Networking Opportunities | 4.2 | 5.6 |
| Remote Job Opportunities | 3.6 | 5.4 |
| Time Zone Favorability | 6.0 | 7.0 |
Clothing
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Jeans | $90 per pair | $102 per pair |
| Summer Dress | $60 per dress | $60 per dress |
| Running Shoes | $138 per pair | $143 per pair |
Dining Out
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Dining Out | $72 per month | $96 per month |
Entertainment
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Cinema Ticket | $6.58 per ticket | $7.17 per ticket |
Food & Dining
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Coffee | $3.35 per cup | $4.18 per cup |
| Beer | $4.18 per pint | $5.38 per pint |
| Meal (Inexpensive) | $8.97 per meal | $11 per meal |
| Meal (Mid-range, 2 people) | $54 per meal | $66 per meal |
| Fast Food Combo | $6.58 per meal | $6.58 per meal |
| Apples | $1.91 per kg | $1.91 per kg |
| Bread | $0.78 per loaf | $0.78 per loaf |
| Water (1.5L bottle) | $0.78 per bottle | $0.78 per bottle |
| Milk | $1.26 per liter | $1.14 per liter |
| Rice | $1.67 per kg | $1.67 per kg |
| Chicken Fillets | $6.22 per kg | $6.22 per kg |
| Beef | $10 per kg | $10 per kg |
| Wine (Mid-range) | $11 per bottle | $11 per bottle |
Groceries
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Groceries | $215 per month | $299 per month |
Healthcare
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Doctor Visit (GP) | $30 per visit | $42 per visit |
| Pharmacy (basic meds) | $9.57 per purchase | $8.97 per purchase |
Housing
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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|---|---|---|
| Housing | $335 per month | $658 per month |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) | $538 per month | $1,016 per month |
| Airbnb (1 month) | $1,016 per month | $1,793 per month |
| Coworking Space | $179 per month | $215 per month |
| Coliving Space | $359 per month | $598 per month |
Internet & Mobile
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Internet & Mobile | $13 per month | $14 per month |
Leisure Activities
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Leisure Activities | $60 per month | $72 per month |
Personal Care
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Haircut | $22 per visit | $30 per visit |
| Laundry | $14 per kg | $7.17 per kg |
Services
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Mobile Plan | $8.97 per month | $9.57 per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps+) | $10 per month | $8.97 per month |
| SIM Card (Tourist, prepaid) | $14 one-time | $12 one-time |
| Gym Membership | $54 per month | $54 per month |
| Tennis Court (Weekend) | $26 per hour | $42 per hour |
Transportation
Local prices in US dollars
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Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Transportation | $42 per month | $38 per month |
| Taxi Start | $2.15 per trip | $2.99 per trip |
| Taxi per km | $0.42 per km | $0.42 per km |
| Monthly Transport Pass | $39 per month | $36 per month |
| Ride-hailing (5km) | $5.38 per trip | $6.58 per trip |
| Gasoline | $0.74 per liter | $0.74 per liter |
| Scooter Rental | $7.17 per month | $7.17 per month |
Utilities
Local prices in US dollars
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RU
Yekaterinburg
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RU
Moscow
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| Utilities | $78 per month | $90 per month |