Question 1

How far does your money go in Ust’-Ilimsk compared with the US?

Accepted Answer

Based on the current PPP estimate, the same home-country income goes about 2.8x further in Ust’-Ilimsk. We are using the country-level cost index for Russia here because a defensible city-level aggregate index is not available yet.

Question 2

Is Ust’-Ilimsk cheaper or more expensive overall than New York City?

Accepted Answer

Overall living costs are about 64% cheaper than New York City for Ust’-Ilimsk. We are using the country-level cost index for Russia here because a defensible city-level aggregate index is not available yet.

Question 3

How does rent in Ust’-Ilimsk compare with New York City?

Accepted Answer

Rent are about 88% cheaper than New York City in Ust’-Ilimsk. We are using the country-level cost index for Russia here because a defensible city-level aggregate index is not available yet.

Question 4

How expensive are groceries and restaurants in Ust’-Ilimsk?

Accepted Answer

Groceries are about 64% cheaper than New York City and restaurant prices are about 65% cheaper than New York City. We are using the country-level cost index for Russia here because a defensible city-level aggregate index is not available yet.

Ust’-Ilimsk, Russia

Purchasing Power vs. United States

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