Cost of Living Guide in Armenia
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Armenia offers a low cost of living compared to Western standards, with overall costs including rent about 0.7% cheaper than the Asia regional average and consumer prices excluding rent 1.0% cheaper. It's particularly affordable for groceries and transport, making it attractive for expats and digital nomads, though housing in Yerevan is the largest expense. Rent prices are 0.9% cheaper than the Asia average.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Armenia delivers excellent value for money, being slightly cheaper overall than the Asia average while offering a high quality of life index. Ideal for expats seeking affordability without sacrificing urban amenities in Yerevan.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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