Irkutsk, Russia

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Russia

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About Irkutsk, Russia

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$679

Family of 4 / mo

$1,711

Avg salary (after tax)

$910

Irkutsk is a charming city located in southeastern Siberia, Russia . It is known as the "Paris of Siberia" because of its beautiful architecture and rich history. The city is situated near Lake Baikal, the deepest lake in the world, which attracts many visitors.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Irkutsk· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

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Fashion

Men's Dress ShoesUSD $156.92
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $104.61
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $95.11
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $123.64

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.12
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $713.27

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.21
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.85
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.66
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.51
CappuccinoUSD $3.27

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $10.46
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $47.55
Fast Food ComboUSD $8.56

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $11.86
Apples (1 kg)USD $3.15
Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.8
Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.94
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $4.8
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.47
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.35
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.14
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.06
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $11.41
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $4.28
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.76
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $15.17
Dozen EggsUSD $2.32
White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.56
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $2.12
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.67

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $256.23
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $524.97
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $351.88
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $903.47
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $729.12
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $161.16

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $55.54
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $22.82
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.23
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $234.58
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $5,136

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.61
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.28
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $26,619
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $5.71
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $22.82
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $44,698
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.48

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $12.94
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $119.38