Cost of Living in Moldova

If you've ever considered moving to Moldova, one of the first questions that likely crossed your mind is, "What is the cost of living in Moldova?" After all, it's essential to have a clear picture of your potential expenses before making such a life-changing decision. At this page, we'll dive into the nitty-gritty of the cost of living in Moldova and whether the reported $997 per month figure aligns with the average monthly salary of $395.77.

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Transportation

Childcare

Clothing

Rent Per Month

Buy Apartment

Salaries

Moldova

restaurant Restaurants	Price	World Range
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant	6.11 $
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course	25.46 $
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)	4.25 $
Domestic Beer (1 pint draught)	1.27 $
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle)	1.65 $
Cappuccino (regular)	1.32 $
Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle)	0.69 $
Water (12 oz small bottle)	0.5 $

store Markets	Price	World Range
Milk (regular), (1 gallon)	0.85 $
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb)	0.37 $
Rice (white), (1 lb)	1.09 $
Eggs (regular) (12)	1.62 $
Local Cheese (1 lb)	7.32 $
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)	3.95 $
Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)	5.76 $
Apples (1 lb)	0.62 $
Banana (1 lb)	1.28 $
Oranges (1 lb)	1.18 $
Tomato (1 lb)	1.47 $
Potato (1 lb)	0.49 $
Onion (1 lb)	0.4 $
Lettuce (1 head)	0.93 $
Water (1.5 liter bottle)	0.57 $
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)	3.56 $
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)	0.84 $
Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle)	1.35 $
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)	2.04 $

commute Transportation	Price	World Range
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)	0.29 $
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)	11.92 $
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)	1.53 $
Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff)	0.22 $
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)	3.06 $
Gasoline (1 gallon)	1.47 $
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)	15362.14 $
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)	18444.63 $

mark_as_unread Utilities (Monthly)	Price	World Range
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment	130.51 $
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans)	0.08 $
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)	8.74 $

kitesurfing Sports And Leisure	Price	World Range
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult	20.58 $
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)	9.65 $
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat	5.09 $

child_friendly Childcare	Price	World Range
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child	262.09 $
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child	3184.82 $

checkroom Clothing And Shoes	Price	World Range
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)	43.81 $
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)	29.77 $
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)	75.55 $
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes	78.52 $

night_shelter Rent Per Month	Price	World Range
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre	258.02 $
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre	189.47 $
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre	449.48 $
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre	340.36 $

home Buy Apartment Price	Price	World Range
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre	1026.88 $
Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre	698.61 $

account_balance_wallet Salaries And Financing	Price	World Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)	395.77 $
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate	8.99 %

Warnings & Dangers in Moldova

OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM

Overall, Moldova is a relatively safe country to visit. Not too popular with visitors, it is a country where tourism is only starting to develop. Moldova has its issues concerning crime rates and organized crime, but it is mainly safe and if you apply the basic precaution measures, you will minimize the chances of something going wrong.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

The most reliable means of transportation is the bus - it will get you to most parts of the country. Chisinau is the main transportation hub for the country. There are three bus stations that serve every city and town in Moldova.The fastest form of transport is small minibusses which seat around 15 people. Larger buses also exist and are safer, because they travel at slower speeds.Be aware that taxis from the airport may charge more than originally expected. Tourist should only use official "yellow taxis" to avoid getting overcharged.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

The biggest threat to travelers is petty theft, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching. This generally occurs in the usual areas of risk like crowded city streets in Chisinau and on buses and trains. Some tourists have even reported items missing from accommodations, so use common sense and be wise when handling money.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

Moldova is located in a seismically active area and small earth tremors can happen; they are recorded throughout the year without consequence. The last significant earthquake occurred in 1986, causing fatalities and damage to buildings.

MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM

It is known that some Moldovans dislike minorities and will verbally and sometimes physically harass them. Some tourists of other races have even reported being denied entrance into certain clubs and restaurants or harassment by the police. Violent theft is rare, and so is kidnapping but you should stay away from unlit parks and dark alleys when muggings could occur.

TERRORISM RISK: LOW

There haven't been any terrorist attacks in Moldova's recent history, but they shouldn't be ruled out. Be aware of your surroundings at all times.

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

Watch out for taxi drivers and restaurant or bar staff overcharging you for everything. Negotiate everything in advance and never pay upfront. Always ask to see the menu prices in writing before ordering.ATM scams have also started happening with tourists reporting unauthorized transactions, most likely from skimming devices or hidden cameras stealing pins. The solution for this could be to never use an ATM on the street but to get your money from the ATM inside the bank.Unfortunately, police officers might also try to extort money from tourists. It's common for them to ask to see your passport; you can show it to them, but try to avoid handing it over. It might be expensive for you to get it back.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

Moldova is not the safest option for solo female travelers. Use your common sense and be aware of your surroundings at all times. Avoid wearing purses and do not walk alone or ride in taxis at night.

Cost of Living in Moldova

Moldova

OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: MEDIUM

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM

MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM

TERRORISM RISK: LOW

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

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