Chisinau, Moldova

In 2024, a single person living in Chisinau needs approximately EUR 660/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,316/month. Chisinau is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Chisinau costs approximately EUR 300/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 550/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Chisinau are approximately EUR 230 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Chisinau costs EUR 20 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Chisinau average EUR 70 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Chisinau is located in Moldova (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 300/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 660/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Chisinau costs approximately EUR 5 in 2024. Budget around EUR 40/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Chisinau from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 26.8% over this period (from EUR 264 in 2022 to EUR 335 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Chisinau in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 660/month. This covers rent (EUR 300), groceries (EUR 230), transport (EUR 20), utilities (EUR 70) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,316/month.