Cost of Living Guide · TurkmenistanCost of Living Guide in Turkmenistan
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Turkmenistan has a high cost of living for its region, with overall costs including rent 121.8% more expensive than the Asia average, making it one of the priciest spots in Asia despite being cheaper than New York City overall. Consumer prices excluding rent are 144.8% higher than the Asia average, while rent is 43.9% above the regional norm. No home country data available for direct comparison.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Turkmenistan offers poor value for money regionally, being 121.8% more expensive overall than the Asia average with low local purchasing power (salaries cover just 0.4 months of expenses). Expats with foreign income can manage, but locals and budget relocators face challenges.
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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