Moscow
Russia, Europe
12.6M people
Europe/Moscow
Russian
Capital
Large City
Moscow
Moscow is the capital and most populous city of Russia. A major global center for finance, culture, and politics, it's known for its rich history, iconic architecture, and vibrant arts scene.
Historic
Cultural
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
70
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
78
Medical
Good
18°
L: 5°
Best time to visitJune
Annual rainfall
600mmCost of Living
70
Overall Cost
Expensive
60
Rent Index
Moderate
65
Groceries
Expensive
68
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$700
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,800
City center
Cost vs Global Average20% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
72
Overall Quality Score
Very Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
72
Very Good
Good72
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Good
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
40
Fair
Poor40
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
65
Very Good
Good65
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 60/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
50
Mbps Internet
SPACES
100
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
70
out of 100
Good70
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
50
out of 100
Average50
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
78
Good
Good78
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
50
Moderate
Average50
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
50
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
73
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent86
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability60/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
78
Health Index
LIFESPAN
73
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
30
Fair
Bad30
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$30
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.20
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$1.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
80
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
70
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
25
Fair
Nearby Airports
SVO (Sheremetyevo)
VKO (Vnukovo)
DME (Domodedovo)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
70
Good
Good70
Traffic Congestion
High
75 Index
Good75
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$30
per month
Fuel
$1.2
per liter
Taxi
$1.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$500
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
75
Good
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
70
Good
Major Universities
Moscow State University
Higher education institution
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Higher education institution
Higher School of Economics
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
90
Excellent90
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
60
Average60
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
75
Good75
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
40
Poor40
Language Barrier
Moderate
30
Bad30
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
65
Good65
Digital Nomad Guide
50 Mbps
Internet Speed
100
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure70/100
Visa Process30/100
Banking & Finance60/100
Avg Salary
$1,200
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$25/month
Visa Info
Vary depending on nationality
Business Freedom50/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease65/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 30/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency40/100
Cultural Diversity60/100
Official Languages
Russian
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Moscow
Languages
Russian
Emergency
112
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 depending on nationality
Key Statistics
12.6M
Population
70
Cost Index
50 Mbps
Internet
$0.7K
1BR Rent
80
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 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
Moscow State University
Nearby location
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Nearby location
Higher School of Economics
Nearby location
Airports
SVO (Sheremetyevo)
Nearby location
VKO (Vnukovo)
Nearby location
DME (Domodedovo)
Nearby location
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