Cost of Living in Kazakhstan - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Kazakhstan
Address: KZ

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $525 (excluding rent), and $877 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,271 (excluding rent), and $1,907 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.03 ₸4,013

$5.02 ₸2,509

$12.05 ₸6,019

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$29.65 ₸14.8K

$19.77 ₸9,879

$49.42 ₸24.7K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.68 ₸3,335

$5.88 ₸2,939

$7.85 ₸3,922

Cappuccino

$2.14 ₸1,067

$1.20 ₸600

$3.01 ₸1,503

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.89 ₸446

$0.67 ₸333

$1.53 ₸764

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.48 ₸242

$0.37 ₸185

$0.93 ₸466

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.15 ₸572

$0.76 ₸382

$2.58 ₸1,292

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.39 ₸1,194

$1.59 ₸792

$3.97 ₸1,986

Milk (1 liter)

$1.14 ₸570

$0.77 ₸387

$1.59 ₸794

White Bread (500g)

$0.47 ₸237

$0.27 ₸134

$0.91 ₸454

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.43 ₸713

$0.84 ₸421

$2.13 ₸1,064

Eggs

$1.65 ₸824

$1.10 ₸549

$2.15 ₸1,073

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.21 ₸4,604

$5.93 ₸2,964

$15.29 ₸7,639

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$4.67 ₸2,331

$2.77 ₸1,386

$5.93 ₸2,964

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.03 ₸3,512

$5.11 ₸2,553

$9.47 ₸4,730

Apples (1kg)

$1.28 ₸637

$0.77 ₸382

$1.91 ₸956

Banana (1kg)

$1.84 ₸922

$1.33 ₸664

$2.84 ₸1,421

Oranges (1kg)

$1.94 ₸970

$1.24 ₸619

$2.86 ₸1,428

Tomato (1kg)

$1.89 ₸946

$0.77 ₸382

$2.87 ₸1,436

Potato (1kg)

$0.58 ₸288

$0.26 ₸130

$0.85 ₸422

Onion (1kg)

$0.39 ₸195

$0.18 ₸90.2

$0.65 ₸323

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.11 ₸555

$0.50 ₸252

$2.00 ₸1,002

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.76 ₸380

$0.50 ₸251

$1.01 ₸503

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.92 ₸958

$1.73 ₸864

$2.21 ₸1,105

Wine (Bottle)

$7.50 ₸3,749

$3.95 ₸1,973

$13.83 ₸6,910

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.88 ₸441

$0.63 ₸317

$1.32 ₸657

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.85 ₸926

$1.00 ₸501

$3.00 ₸1,499

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.24 ₸120

$0.21 ₸104

$0.30 ₸151

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$14.92 ₸7,456

$13.92 ₸6,958

$19.90 ₸9,943

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.18 ₸590

$0.79 ₸393

$1.97 ₸983

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.70 ₸352

$0.41 ₸204

$1.01 ₸505

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.72 ₸2,360

$2.37 ₸1,182

$5.90 ₸2,948

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.50 ₸250

$0.42 ₸208

$0.58 ₸291

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$21.3K ₸10.7M

$19.4K ₸9.7M

$25.2K ₸12.6M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$25.4K ₸12.7M

$23.4K ₸11.7M

$29.2K ₸14.6M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$56.1 ₸28.0K

$38.92 ₸19.4K

$77.9 ₸38.9K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$8.80 ₸4,396

$5.88 ₸2,938

$11.38 ₸5,685

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$13.05 ₸6,523

$9.69 ₸4,842

$19.39 ₸9,690

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$41.43 ₸20.7K

$23.06 ₸11.5K

$67.3 ₸33.6K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.14 ₸7,567

$9.61 ₸4,804

$21.16 ₸10.6K

Cinema Ticket

$5.00 ₸2,498

$3.79 ₸1,895

$6.99 ₸3,494

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$241 ₸120.6K

$117 ₸58.6K

$391 ₸195.5K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$7,046 ₸3.5M

$2,830 ₸1.4M

$23.6K ₸11.8M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$65.2 ₸32.6K

$23.85 ₸11.9K

$139 ₸69.5K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$41.72 ₸20.8K

$19.72 ₸9,852

$59.1 ₸29.6K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$90.5 ₸45.2K

$49.32 ₸24.6K

$148 ₸73.9K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$96.1 ₸48.0K

$57.0 ₸28.5K

$157 ₸78.6K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$451 ₸225.3K

$289 ₸144.3K

$732 ₸365.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$302 ₸150.9K

$194 ₸96.8K

$484 ₸242.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$871 ₸435.3K

$522 ₸260.9K

$1,547 ₸773.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$582 ₸290.9K

$392 ₸195.7K

$881 ₸440.2K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,224 ₸611.8K

$888 ₸443.5K

$1,973 ₸985.7K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$914 ₸456.7K

$617 ₸308.3K

$1,384 ₸691.8K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$590 ₸294.7K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

17.91

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Kazakhstan

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Aktau	273830	35	$503	$716	$1,382	$1,627	84.17	154.49
2	Aktobe	570452	34	$452	$669	$1,130	$1,435	11.01	121.08
3	Alga	-	37	$531	$720	$1,154	$1,618	107.94	93.54
4	Almaty	1475400	53	$566	$1,041	$1,455	$2,302	79.07	162.56
5	Astana	814400	45	$533	$893	$1,259	$1,940	26.08	131.77
6	Atyrau	323295	45	$566	$885	$1,231	$2,156	254.52	134.81
7	Ekibastuz	159760	35	$420	$711	$1,174	$1,537	27.34	49.17
8	Karaganda	520486	38	$482	$750	$1,193	$1,640	79.4	97.75
9	Kostanay	264446	48	$502	$945	$1,464	$1,861	82.61	96.88
10	Kyzylorda	206719	31	$446	$633	$1,011	$1,305	41.59	143.29
11	Oral	256960	38	$488	$741	$1,341	$1,572	29.64	104.59
12	Oskemen	354770	37	$534	$730	$1,106	$1,662	28.61	122.99
13	Pavlodar	334830	34	$499	$671	$1,008	$1,457	95.19	135.76
14	Petropavl	222703	34	$480	$681	$996	$1,593	235.62	80.84
15	Qapshaghay	-	42	$559	$859	$1,174	$1,707	-	-
16	Saryagash	-	37	$446	$733	$1,234	$1,628	-	-
17	Semey	310456	34	$385	$686	$987	$1,522	229.87	68.66
18	Shymkent	1222055	34	$434	$686	$1,209	$1,501	40.81	99.78
19	Taldykorgan	169462	40	$353	$789	$867	$1,276	124.85	121.9
20	Taraz	431160	28	$426	$554	$881	$1,236	125.77	127.08

Kazakhstan Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Kazakhstan - Frequently Asked Questions

Even when you compare urban hubs and rural towns, Kazakhstan tends to feel reasonably affordable for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. You may notice cheaper everyday essentials, a wide range of food options, and a mix of modern conveniences with local practicality. Housing can range from compact city-center apartments to more spacious options in residential districts, often with smarter value in outlying areas. Public transit is affordable and reliable in major cities, while ride-hailing and car shares provide flexibility. The Cost of Living in Kazakhstan is generally favorable for longer stays when you balance work and leisure. Tip: prioritize a neighborhood that offers easy access to work and groceries.

Daily life hinges on smart planning. Begin your housing search in districts with reliable transit and daily conveniences; short-term leases or serviced apartments can ease the transition as you learn the city. Food choices span farmers markets, cheap bakeries, and international spots near business hubs. Transport is practical: buses and shared taxis cover routes, with some cities offering light rail. For errands, choose neighborhoods with nearby groceries, pharmacies, and coworking spaces. Kazakhstan living cost varies by city and neighborhood, so base your stay where daily needs are closest. Tip: test a neighborhood with a one-week lifestyle trial before committing.

Quality of life hinges on choosing a neighborhood that fits your pace and access. Create a simple budgeting framework: separate categories for housing, groceries, utilities, transport, and leisure, then track changes as you move between cities or seasons. In winter, plan for heating costs and indoor activity options; in summer, outdoor markets and parks can lower costs while increasing social opportunities. Look for areas with reliable internet, nearby cafes, and walkable amenities to reduce transport needs. Engaging with local communities helps reveal hidden value in your chosen base. Tip: test a few neighborhoods via short stays to compare vibe, costs, and errands nearby.