Chisinau
Moldova, Europe
0.7M people
Europe/Chisinau
Romanian
City Break
Budget Travel
Chisinau
Chisinau is the capital and largest city of Moldova, a country in Eastern Europe. It's a city with a rich history, blending Eastern European and Soviet influences. It's known for its parks, its Soviet-era architecture, and its growing tech scene.
Eastern Europe
Safety
70
Security
Safe
Cost
40
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
65
Medical
Good
22°
L: 10°
Best time to visitMay
Annual rainfall
500mmCost of Living
40
Overall Cost
Affordable
25
Rent Index
Very Affordable
35
Groceries
Affordable
30
Restaurants
Very Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$700
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
60
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
70
Very Good
Good70
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
60
Good
Average60
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 30/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 70/100
Entertainment
60/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
30
Mbps Internet
SPACES
15
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
40
out of 100
Poor40
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
55
out of 100
Average55
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
65
Good
Good65
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
20
Low Cost
Excellent20
System Overview
System Type
Universal Healthcare
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
25
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
72
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent85
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 70/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 30/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability60/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
65
Health Index
LIFESPAN
72
Years
HOSPITALS
25
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
50
Fair
Average50
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
65
Good
Good65
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
45
Fair
Poor45
Air Quality Index
Clean air
50
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$15
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.50
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.00
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
55
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
60
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
60
Good
Nearby Airports
Chisinau International Airport (KIV)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
55
Fair
Average55
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
60
Good
Average60
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
40 Index
Poor40
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$15
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
60
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
Moldova State University
Higher education institution
Technical University of Moldova
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
70
Good70
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
60
Average60
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
55
Average55
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
60
Average60
Digital Nomad Guide
30 Mbps
Internet Speed
15
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process50/100
Banking & Finance60/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom55/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease60/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity30/100
Official Languages
Romanian, Russian
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, often involving family and friends
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Chisinau
Languages
Romanian, Russian
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal Healthcare
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, often involving family and friends
Best Time to Visit
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary depending on nationality
Key Statistics
0.7M
Population
40
Cost Index
30 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
55
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Moldova State University
Nearby location
Technical University of Moldova
Nearby location
Airports
Chisinau International Airport (KIV)
Nearby location
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