Minsk
Belarus, Europe
2.0M people
Europe/Minsk
Belarusian
Capital city
Eastern European
Minsk
The capital and largest city of Belarus, Minsk is a significant cultural, political, and economic center. It features a blend of Soviet-era architecture and modern developments.
Post-Soviet
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
60
Living costs
Moderate
Healthcare
70
Medical
Good
18°
L: 5°
Best time to visitJune
Annual rainfall
650mmCost of Living
60
Overall Cost
Moderate
45
Rent Index
Affordable
50
Groceries
Moderate
55
Restaurants
Moderate
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$400
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average10% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
65
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
65
Very Good
Good65
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Fair
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
60
Good
Average60
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
65
Very Good
Good65
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
50
Good
Average50
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 30/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 60/100
Entertainment
65/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
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
70
Good
Good70
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
30
Low Cost
Good30
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
103
Hospital Density
50
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
74
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent87
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability60/100
Emergency
103
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
70
Health Index
LIFESPAN
74
Years
HOSPITALS
50
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
60
Good
Average60
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
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
70
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
40
Fair
Nearby Airports
Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
70
Good
Good70
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
High
60 Index
Average60
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$15
per month
Fuel
$1.5
per liter
Taxi
$1
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$300
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
70
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
65
Good
Major Universities
Belarussian State University
Higher education institution
Belarusian National Technical University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
60
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
30
Bad30
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
60
Average60
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
65
Good65
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
50
Average50
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure60/100
Visa Process40/100
Banking & Finance60/100
Avg Salary
$700
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Vary by nationality
Business Freedom55/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease50/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity30/100
Official Languages
Belarusian, Russian
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Minsk
Languages
Belarusian, Russian
Emergency
103
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
June
July
August
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Vary by nationality
Key Statistics
2.0M
Population
60
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.4K
1BR Rent
70
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
Belarussian State University
Nearby location
Belarusian National Technical University
Nearby location
Airports
Minsk National Airport (MSQ)
Nearby location
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