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Cost of Living Guide in Georgia

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Georgia offers an exceptionally low cost of living, about 19% cheaper overall (including rent) than the Asia regional average, making it one of the most affordable destinations in the region for expats and digital nomads. Consumer prices excluding rent are 18% below the Asia average, while rent is 24% cheaper than regional benchmarks. With a high quality of life and solid purchasing power, it's ideal for stretching budgets without sacrificing comfort.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$400–$600 (1,100–1,700 GEL) — local food, public transport, modest shared or dorm housing
Comfortable
$1,000–$1,800 (2,800–5,000 GEL) — decent city-center apartment, mix of home cooking and dining out, utilities, transport
Family of four
$2,200–$3,500 (6,000–9,500 GEL) — larger expat housing, international groceries, schooling, car, occasional luxuries

Georgia delivers outstanding value for money, 19% cheaper overall than the Asia average, perfect for expats seeking high quality of life on a modest budget. No home country data available for direct comparison.

Economic & Living Costs in Georgia
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

15-50 GEL
Avg: 32.5 GEL
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

65-200 GEL
Avg: 132.5 GEL
+6.8% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

20-25 GEL
Avg: 22.5 GEL
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

3-10 GEL
Avg: 6.5 GEL
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

900-2148 GEL
Avg: 1524 GEL
-11.9% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

600-1350 GEL
Avg: 975 GEL
-8.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

1500-4200 GEL
Avg: 2850 GEL
-10.9% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1000-2500 GEL
Avg: 1750 GEL
-10.3% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.5-1 GEL
Avg: 0.75 GEL
+15.4% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

8-23 GEL
Avg: 15.5 GEL
-3.1% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

26.09-60 GEL
Avg: 43.04 GEL
+32.4% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

2.8-3.5 GEL
Avg: 3.15 GEL
1.6% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

120-350 GEL
Avg: 235 GEL
+2.2% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

35-80 GEL
Avg: 57.5 GEL
+15.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

15-40 GEL
Avg: 27.5 GEL
-6.8% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

3.3-6 GEL
Avg: 4.65 GEL
-2.1% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

1-4 GEL
Avg: 2.5 GEL
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

4.8-8.4 GEL
Avg: 6.6 GEL
+4.8% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

12-45 GEL
Avg: 28.5 GEL
+9.6% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

80-280 GEL
Avg: 180 GEL
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

25-60 GEL
Avg: 42.5 GEL
+13.3% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

12.5-20 GEL
Avg: 16.25 GEL
+8.3% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

500-1200 GEL
Avg: 850 GEL
+4.9% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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