Kyiv, Ukraine
Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023
Rent trend in Kyiv (2022–2026)
Cost breakdown in Kyiv (2024)
Estimated monthly budget in Kyiv
Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Kyiv in 2024?
In 2024, a single person living in Kyiv needs approximately EUR 843/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 1,669/month. Kyiv is considered a affordable city by global standards.
How much is rent in Kyiv in 2024?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Kyiv costs approximately EUR 420/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 780/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.
How much do groceries cost in Kyiv?
Monthly grocery costs for one person in Kyiv are approximately EUR 260 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.
What does public transport cost in Kyiv?
A monthly public transport pass in Kyiv costs EUR 25 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.
How much are utilities in Kyiv?
Monthly utility costs in Kyiv average EUR 90 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.
Is Kyiv expensive to live in?
Kyiv is located in Ukraine (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 420/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 843/month, it is affordable by global standards.
How much does eating out cost in Kyiv?
A typical restaurant meal for one person in Kyiv costs approximately EUR 6 in 2024. Budget around EUR 48/month if dining out a few times a week.
How have living costs in Kyiv changed over time?
LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Kyiv from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 39.4% over this period (from EUR 370 in 2022 to EUR 515 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.
What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Kyiv?
To live comfortably in Kyiv in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 843/month. This covers rent (EUR 420), groceries (EUR 260), transport (EUR 25), utilities (EUR 90) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 1,669/month.