Mykolaiv, Ukraine, Ukraine — cost of living
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Mykolaiv, Ukraine

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About Mykolaiv, Ukraine

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$357
Family of 4 / mo
$904
Avg salary (after tax)
$640

Mykolaiv is a charming city located in southern Ukraine , known for its rich history and beautiful rivers. It sits at the confluence of the Southern Bug and Inhulets rivers, making it a lovely spot for nature lovers. The city has a strong maritime heritage, as it was founded in the late 18th century as a shipbuilding center.

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 $106.6
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $102.64
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $39.88
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $115.36

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.29
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $690.73

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.06
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $1.49
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $0.93
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.79
  • CappuccinoUSD $1.72

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $5.55
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $24.66
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $4.93

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $12.15
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $0.93
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.41
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.99
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.83
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.55
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $0.71
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.18
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.5
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $5.17
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.25
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $7.89
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.04
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.13
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.57
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.38
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.49

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $80.52
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $393.32
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $257.36
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $580.35
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $437
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $70.31

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $24.05
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $11.59
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $5.42
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $234.13
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $4,885

Transportation

  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.6
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.49
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $28,015
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $5.92
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $14.8
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $25,564
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.35

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $5.8
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $148.76

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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