Kyiv is the capital of Ukraine, a city with a majestic history, a powerful present, an amazing culture and a dynamic economy. This metropolis offers a wide variety of opportunities for a comfortable life, suitable for different budgets. Find out how much it costs to live in Kyiv for a month as of 2024: from housing costs to food and transportation

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Kyiv is a metropolis of contrasts that successfully combines European levels of comfort and individual opportunities with reasonable prices. As the capital of Ukraine, Kyiv sets the pace of life and forms a certain standard of spending, which, depending on your needs and lifestyle, can vary significantly. Let's take a look at what aspects of life in Kyiv require significant financial investments and where you can save money without sacrificing comfort.

Renting a house and the cost of living in Kyiv

Kyiv has a wide range of housing options: from affordable apartments in residential areas to luxury apartments overlooking the Dnipro River or the historic center of the capital. Rental prices in the capital vary depending on the neighborhood, proximity to the metro, and the condition of the building. Due to the high demand in the real estate market, rental prices in Kyiv are among the highest in Ukraine. However, Kyiv offers good access to the city's infrastructure and a wide range of services.

Budget accommodation in Kyiv

✔️A room or a small studio apartment on the outskirts of Kyiv will cost about 7000-9000 UAH per month ($185-235).

✔️Accommodation in a cheap hostel or dormitory will cost from 300 UAH per day ($8), which is about 9000 UAH per month ($240).

Popular neighborhoods for budget housing include Troyeschyna, Borshchahivka, and Vynohradar. Despite their remoteness from the center, these districts have a well-developed infrastructure, affordable prices, and convenient access to transportation.

A comfortable option for living in Kyiv

✔️Renting a simple one-room apartment near the metro or in the central districts costs between UAH 15,000 and 18,000 per month ($390-470).

✔️Two-bedroom apartments in areas with convenient infrastructure cost 18,000-24,000 UAH ($470-630).

Areas with a good balance of comfort and affordability are Pozniaky, Obolon, Podil, and Holosiivskyi district, which provide a comfortable life with a developed infrastructure.

Expensive accommodation in Kyiv

✔️Luxury apartments or large apartments in new buildings in the center of Kyiv will cost from UAH 30,000 ($785) per month or more.

✔️Luxury housing, for example, near Khreshchatyk or the Pechersk Hills, will cost 40,000-50,000 UAH ($1050-1300) or even more per month.

This is interesting! Living in Kyiv is 42.7% cheaper than living in Bratislava (if you do not take into account the rental price). At the same time, renting a house in Kyiv is on average 32.7% cheaper than in Bratislava.

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Cost of utilities in Kyiv

Utility bills in Kyiv are also among the highest in Ukraine, but, as in any city, they depend on the type of housing, floor and condition of the building. On average, monthly utility costs look like this:

✔️One-room apartment - 2000-2500 UAH ($50-65) in summer, up to 4500 UAH ($115) in winter.

✔️One-bedroom apartment - 3500-5000 UAH ($90-130).

✔️Utilities for a three- or more-room apartment in Kyiv will cost 6000 UAH and above ($145).

Please note! Kyiv is actively implementing energy-efficient solutions in the housing and communal fund, which make utilities more economical and autonomous. Many buildings also have subsidy programs that help reduce utility costs.

Earlier we wrote about the cost of living in Vinnytsia and Dnipro

Public transportation in Kyiv

Kyiv has a very well-developed public transportation system, including subways, buses, trolleybuses, and trams that connect all districts of the city.

✔️Subway and public transportation costs 12 UAH ($0.30).

✔️A monthly pass for all types of transportation costs about 650 UAH ($17).

Kyiv also has popular taxi services, such as Uklon and Bolt, with fares starting at 70 UAH ($1.80) for a minimum trip.

Eating in cafes and restaurants in Kyiv

Kyiv has a huge selection of eateries that offer meals for every budget.

Budget meals

✔️Breakfast in an inexpensive cafe costs 100-150 UAH ($2.50-4).

✔️Lunch in an affordable restaurant costs 200-300 UAH ($5-8).

✔️Coffee costs about 40-60 UAH ($1-1.60).

The middle segment

✔️Breakfast in a mid-range restaurant for one person costs 250-350 UAH ($6.50-9).

✔️Dinner with drinks costs from 600 UAH ($15).

Elite meals

✔️Dinner in a premium restaurant will cost at least 1200 UAH ($30) or more per person.

Food basket in Kyiv

There is no shortage of food options in Kyiv, and you can buy groceries at numerous supermarkets or markets such as Bessarabsky Market or Zhytniy Market, which sell fresh vegetables, fruits, and meat.

✔️The minimum food basket for one person is about 4000 UAH ($105) per month.

✔️The average food basket for a family of three is 12,000 UAH ($315) per month.

Medical services in Kyiv

Kyiv is one of the medical centers of Ukraine with a large selection of public and private medical institutions that welcome both Kyiv residents and visitors.

✔️A consultation with a private doctor costs from 500 UAH ($13).

✔️Tests - from 400 UAH ($10.50).

✔️MRI or ultrasound - 1500-3000 UAH ($40-80).

Gyms in Kyiv

There are gyms and fitness centers in Kyiv to suit every taste and budget, present in all districts.

✔️A basic monthly membership costs from 800 UAH ($21).

✔️A modern fitness club with a swimming pool will cost 2000-3000 UAH ($50-80) per month.

Leisure and entertainment in Kyiv

Kyiv offers numerous activities that make it special for both locals and visitors. Among them are tours of Podil, street art festivals, walks near numerous murals, and many other cultural and entertainment events, as befits a capital city.

✔️Movie tickets start at 200 UAH ($5).

✔️Museum tickets cost 100-150 UAH ($2.50-4).

✔️Dinner in a restaurant overlooking the Dnipro River costs from 1000 UAH ($26).

Average salary and labor market in Kyiv

The average salary in Kyiv in 2024 is UAH 20,000-25,000 ($520-650) per month, which is the highest in Ukraine. IT, medicine, law, and marketing are among the highest-paying industries.

So, how much does it cost to live in Kyiv for a month?

Life in Kyiv is really diverse, and the choice between budget, comfortable, or elite conditions is up to each resident or visitor of the capital of Ukraine.

✔️The budget option is from 15,000 to 20,000 UAH per month ($390-520).

✔️The average living option is from 25,000 to 35,000 UAH per month ($650-910).

✔️Elite lifestyle - from 40,000 UAH per month ($1050) and more.

Please note! According to Numbeo.com, the estimated monthly expenses in Kyiv for a family of four are €1,553.2 (69,555.1₴), excluding rent. And the estimated monthly expenses for one person in Kyiv are 448.4 € (20,080.3 UAH), excluding rent.

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