Kyrgyz Republic
Kyrgyz Republic could have in attracting foreign students is its stunning natural beauty and vibrant cultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan boasts breathtaking mountain landscapes, crystal-clear lakes, and nomadic traditions that have endured for centuries. Foreign students are drawn to Kyrgyzstan for the opportunity to study in a unique environment where they can explore the country's diverse ecosystems, engage with local communities, and immerse themselves in traditional Kyrgyz culture. Additionally, Kyrgyzstan's growing reputation as an emerging hub for education and research in the region offers students access to quality academic programs, innovative learning opportunities, and a supportive international community.
Cities in Kyrgyz Republic
Cities in Kyrgyz Republic
Living Costs in Kyrgyz Republic
Cost of Living in Bishkek
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Summary of cost of living in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan:
- A family of four estimated monthly costs are 47,880.8TL (139,935.0сом) without rent (using our estimator).
- A single person estimated monthly costs are 13,280.5TL (38,813.1сом) without rent.
- Bishkek is 23.8% less expensive than Istanbul (without rent, see our cost of living index).
- Rent in Bishkek is, on average, 35.4% lower than in Istanbul.
Restaurants | Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 500.00 сом | 300.00-700.00 |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 2,000.00 сом | 1,300.00-3,000.00 |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 487.00 сом | 400.00-500.00 |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 100.00 сом | 70.00-180.00 |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 160.00 сом | 100.00-300.00 |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 174.09 сом | 80.00-250.00 |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 54.91 сом | 40.00-88.00 |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 27.21 сом | 20.00-40.00 |
Markets | ||
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 73.39 сом | 59.00-95.00 |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 40.05 сом | 25.00-74.00 |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 134.14 сом | 70.00-200.00 |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 146.97 сом | 94.80-168.00 |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 759.37 сом | 500.00-1,500.00 |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 445.79 сом | 320.00-550.00 |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 600.86 сом | 460.00-700.00 |
| Apples (1kg) | 79.96 сом | 40.00-120.00 |
| Banana (1kg) | 149.71 сом | 100.00-230.00 |
| Oranges (1kg) | 164.44 сом | 120.00-230.00 |
| Tomato (1kg) | 150.55 сом | 60.00-260.00 |
| Potato (1kg) | 41.38 сом | 25.00-50.00 |
| Onion (1kg) | 41.58 сом | 25.00-64.00 |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 32.13 сом | 20.00-50.00 |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 36.04 сом | 25.00-50.00 |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 500.00 сом | 300.00-800.00 |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 83.06 сом | 70.00-120.00 |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 143.12 сом | 90.00-200.00 |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 120.00 сом | 110.00-150.00 |
Transportation | ||
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 15.00 сом | 11.00-15.00 |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 700.00 сом | 495.00-1,304.35 |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 100.00 сом | 70.00-150.00 |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 25.00 сом | 12.00-33.00 |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 300.00 сом | 200.00-500.00 |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 66.21 сом | 55.00-71.40 |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 3,400,000.00 сом | 3,300,000.00-3,500,000.00 |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 2,597,500.00 сом | 2,000,000.00-3,195,000.00 |
Utilities (Monthly) | ||
| Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment | 2,707.93 сом | 1,416.67-5,000.00 |
| Mobile Phone Monthly Plan with Calls and 10GB+ Data | 722.22 сом | 490.00-850.00 |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 1,051.74 сом | 890.00-1,300.00 |
Sports And Leisure | ||
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 3,433.29 сом | 2,000.00-6,666.67 |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 1,500.00 сом | 800.00-2,000.00 |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 350.00 сом | 300.00-450.00 |
Childcare | ||
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 17,219.81 сом | 10,000.00-26,000.00 |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 515,874.44 сом | 250,000.00-1,000,000.00 |
Clothing And Shoes | ||
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 3,192.31 сом | 1,500.00-5,700.00 |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) | 3,115.38 сом | 2,000.00-5,000.00 |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 7,458.33 сом | 3,000.00-12,000.00 |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 7,216.67 сом | 3,000.00-15,000.00 |
Rent Per Month | ||
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 41,042.41 сом | 33,000.00-60,000.00 |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 29,364.06 сом | 20,000.00-40,000.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 75,520.95 сом | 55,000.00-95,000.00 |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 51,028.73 сом | 40,000.00-70,000.00 |
Buy Apartment Price |  Edit | |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 96,619.44 сом | 79,000.00-134,145.00 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 68,009.78 сом | 42,000.00-100,000.00 |
Salaries And Financing | ||
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 28,882.35 сом | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate | 17.00 | 13.00-22.00 |
