Kharkiv, Ukraine, Ukraine — cost of living
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Kharkiv, Ukraine

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Kharkiv, Ukraine

About Kharkiv, Ukraine

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$414
Family of 4 / mo
$1,049
Avg salary (after tax)
$634

Kharkiv is a vibrant city in northeastern Ukraine , known for its rich history and lively atmosphere. It is the second-largest city in the country and has a population of over a million people. Kharkiv is famous for its beautiful parks, stunning architecture, and numerous universities, making it a hub for education and culture.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $127.11
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $86.9
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $52.68
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $121.14

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.29
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $684.52

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.8
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.06
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.49
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.52
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.91

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $8.15
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $37.01
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $6.41

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $8.95
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $0.93
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.54
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.96
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $2.18
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.67
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.64
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.5
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.71
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $6.76
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.38
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.74
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.81
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.08
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.67
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.76
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.6

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $186.27
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $582.58
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $376.88
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $997.49
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $607.41
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $108.7

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $32.33
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $18.85
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.92
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $405.85
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $5,348

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.64
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $2.46
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,123
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $5.92
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $10.86
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $33,140
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.39

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $8.06
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $185.42

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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