In Balti, Moldova, a family of four typically needs around $2264 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $956 monthly.
Balti is 52% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Balti is 75% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Balti is, on average, 77% lower than in New York City.
Balti is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver of expenses in Balti is rent and utilities, which can be substantial depending on the area. This can create challenges for those without a stable income.
Food is 51% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable for residents. This contributes to the overall low cost of living.
Public transport is 84% lower than the European benchmark, making it very economical. This is a significant advantage for daily commuters.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 5.66 $ |
| Dinner | 34.4 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 6.81 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.42 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.29 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.25 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.4 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.62 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.59 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.08 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.43 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.23 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.81 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.83 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.7 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.93 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.68 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.71 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.52 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.47 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 4.58 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.23 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.82 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.29 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 13.4 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.34 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 4.66 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 19 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.83 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 5.04 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.34 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 143 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 219 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 10.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 462 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 841 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 350 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,067 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,9 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,411 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 605 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 12.10% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 39.9 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.61 $ |
| Haircut | 4.11 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 102 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 62.5 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 372 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,704 $ |