Zhytomyr is one of the greenest cities on the map of Ukraine, which is both an industrial and cultural center. The city is famous for its compactness, close proximity to the capital, and comfortable conditions for a measured life. Find out how much it costs to live in Zhytomyr and how it differs from life in other regional centers of Ukraine

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Despite its relative proximity to the capital, Zhytomyr offers a calm pace of life, good ecology, and affordable prices for basic needs. Let's see how much it costs to live in Zhytomyr in 2024: budget, comfortable, and “on the high road”.

Renting a house and the cost of living in Zhytomyr

Zhytomyr offers many housing options, both in multi-storey buildings and in “Khrushchev” houses, and you can also rent a private house in this regional center. It cannot be said that there are a lot of internally displaced persons in Zhytomyr today, so housing prices have not risen due to high demand.

Budget accommodation in Zhytomyr

Renting a room or a simple apartment on the outskirts of Zhytomyr will cost 3000-4000 UAH/month ($75-100).

Accommodation in a hostel: 150-250 UAH/day ($4-6), which will amount to about 4500-7500 UAH/month ($115-190).

Comfortable accommodation in Zhytomyr

Renting a 1-room apartment in the center or in a residential area of the city will cost 7000-11,000 UAH/month ($175-300).

An expensive option for living in Zhytomyr

Renting a newly renovated apartment or renting a private house with a house territory costs from 12,000 UAH/month ($300+) in Zhytomyr.

An elite apartment in a new building will cost from 15,000 UAH ($370)

A hotel room in Zhytomyr costs from UAH 1000 per night ($25+), while most of the expensive hotels in Zhytomyr are located not in the city center, but on its picturesque outskirts.

Earlier we wrote about the cost of living in Ternopil and Uzhhorod

The cost of utilities in Zhytomyr

Utilities in Zhytomyr do not differ in price from those in other regional centers of Ukraine, but may vary depending on the season and type of housing. On average:

For a 1-room apartment, utility bills will cost 1500-2000 UAH/month ($40-50).

For a 2- or 3-room apartment, it will be 2000-3000 UAH/month ($50-75).

Elite large housing or large houses in Zhytomyr cost from 4000 UAH/month ($100+).

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Transportation and taxis in Zhytomyr

Public transport is represented by minibuses, buses and trolleybuses. Since April 1, 2024, the price of public transport in Zhytomyr has increased by an average of 30%, and is as follows:

-Marshrutka fare: 15 UAH ($0.40);

-Trolleybus fare: 10 UAH ($0.25);

-Monthly subscription for all types of transportation: about 500 UAH ($12).

You can pay both in cash and with city tickets, as well as with a bank card.

Taxis in Zhytomyr

Economy option: 50-80 UAH ($1.25-2).

Standard: 80-120 UAH ($2-3).

Premium: from 150 UAH ($4+).

Dining in cafes and restaurants in Zhytomyr

As in many Ukrainian cities, food in Zhytomyr can be more affordable or more expensive, depending on the establishment and appetite.

Budget food options

Breakfast in a cafe: 60-90 UAH ($1.50-2.25).

Lunch in an inexpensive restaurant: 120-250 UAH ($3-6).

Dinner in a fast food restaurant: 70-120 UAH ($2-3).

Coffee: 20-40 UAH ($0.50-1).

Comfortable food options in Zhytomyr

Breakfast in an average restaurant will cost an average of 150-250 UAH ($3-5) per person.

Lunch in a restaurant will cost at least 200-350 UAH ($5-9) per person

Dinner prices in Zhytomyr restaurants start at 300-450 UAH ($8-12).

Elite dining options in Zhytomyr

Dinner in one of the elite restaurants in Zhytomyr will cost at least 800 UAH per person ($20+).

Food basket in Zhytomyr

Food prices in Zhytomyr remain moderate, which makes daily food costs affordable.

Budget version of the grocery basket

Groceries for a month for 1 person in the markets and supermarkets of Zhytomyr will cost at least 2000-2500 UAH ($50-65).

For a family of 3, the minimum amount of a grocery basket will be 6000-8000 UAH ($150-200)/month.

A satisfactory version of the grocery basket

For 1 person: 3000-4000 UAH ($75-100).

For a family of 3 people: 8000-10,000 UAH ($200-250).

Medical services and gyms in Zhytomyr

Medical services in Zhytomyr

Medicine in Zhytomyr is represented by both public and many private clinics.

A doctor's consultation in a private clinic in Zhytomyr costs an average of 300-600 UAH ($8-15).

General tests in Zhytomyr can be done for 100-800 UAH ($2.50-20).

Prices for medicines in Zhytomyr do not differ from pharmacy prices in other cities of Ukraine.

Gyms in Zhytomyr

A subscription to a standard gym in Zhytomyr costs 400-800 UAH/month ($10-20).

In an expensive sports club in Zhytomyr, the prices for subscriptions start at 1200 UAH/month ($30+).

Leisure and entertainment in Zhytomyr

Zhytomyr is a city with a well-developed infrastructure and a fairly rich cultural heritage, so you can find opportunities for active recreation, plan a cultural program, or just enjoy a quiet walk around the city.

Prices for some entertainment in Zhytomyr:

- Movie ticket: 80-120 UAH ($2-3);

- Ticket to a museum or exhibition: 50-150 UAH ($1.25-2.50);

- Evening in a restaurant: 400-700 UAH/person ($10-18);

- Entrance to the children's area in the shopping center (for 1 child) - from 100 UAH;

- Bicycle/scooter rental - from 60 UAH/hour;

- City tour in Zhytomyr - from 250 UAH.

Average salary in Zhytomyr and labor market

The average salary in Zhytomyr, according to work.ua, is about UAH 12,000-14,000 ($300-350). The minimum salary is about UAH 8,000. Specialists in the fields of construction, service, and education are most in demand, and there are also many vacancies for working specialties.

So how much does it cost to live in Zhytomyr?

Economical living in Zhytomyr will cost 8000-10,000 UAH/month ($200-250) per person.

A comfortable standard of living in Zhytomyr starts from 15,000-18,000 UAH/month ($375-450).

A luxurious lifestyle in Zhytomyr is also possible, and it becomes available from 30,000 UAH/month ($750+) per person.

Thus, Zhytomyr is an affordable and comfortable city to live in in Ukraine. Here you can live no more expensive than in a provincial town, and you can provide yourself with comfort or even luxury. The city has everything for a full-fledged urban life, but everyone must take care of their own safety during the Russian aggression. One of the options for such security is reliable insurance with guaranteed coverage of war risks. By taking out such a policy on the Visit Ukraine portal, you ensure your financial and health security. After all, this insurance compensates for damage caused to health as a result of passive or active hostilities on the territory of Ukraine.

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