Ukraine🇺🇦
At a Glance
How Ukraine compares across key indices
Cost of Living
28 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
53/100
Healthcare
56/100
Quality of Life
118/200
Climate
71/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Ukraine
Cost of Living
28
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
7
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
29
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
26
100 = NYC dining
City Costs Comparison
Lubny
Cheapest$386/mo
Kharkiv
$685/mo
Odessa (Odesa)
$804/mo
Dnipro
$944/mo
Lviv
$987/mo
Kiev (Kyiv)
$1,190/mo
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Ukraine — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
53/100
Crime Index
47/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
62/100
Crime perceived as increasing
Walking Safety
28 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 1,732 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
Cities in Ukraine
Ukraine has 6 cities with Numbeo data. Monthly costs for a single person range from $386 in Lubny to $1,190 in Kiev (Kyiv). Lviv leads on safety, scoring 63/100. Lviv ranks highest for quality of life at 138/200.
Lubny
$386/mo
Lviv
63/100
Lviv
138/200
Lviv
62/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lubny | $386 | — | — | — | — |
| Kharkiv | $685 | 53/100 | 122/200 | 49/100 | 57 |
| Odessa (Odesa) | $804 | 45/100 | 113/200 | 51/100 | 62 |
| Dnipro | $944 | 46/100 | 103/200 | 54/100 | 81 |
| Lviv | $987 | 63/100 | 138/200 | 62/100 | 49 |
| Kiev (Kyiv) | $1,190 | 54/100 | 118/200 | 58/100 | 65 |
Data from Numbeo. Monthly cost estimates are for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Ukraine
Healthcare Index
56/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 717 survey responses
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Ukraine
Pollution Index
62/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 819 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Ukraine
Average One-Way Commute
38minutes
Average
Traffic Index
145
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
135
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
3.9kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 657 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Ukraine, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Ukraine?
Ukraine has a cost of living index of 28 relative to New York City (100). It is significantly cheaper than the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $386 in Lubny and reach $1,190 in Kiev (Kyiv).
What is the cheapest city in Ukraine for expats?
Lubny is the most affordable city in Ukraine with Numbeo data, with estimated monthly costs of $386 for a single person including rent. Kharkiv is the next most affordable at $685/mo.
Is Ukraine safe for expats?
Ukraine has a safety index of 53/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Lviv scores highest on safety at 63/100.
What is the best city in Ukraine for expats and digital nomads?
Lviv ranks highest for quality of life in Ukraine, scoring 138/200 on Numbeo's quality of life index. Monthly costs there run around $987/mo for a single person. For budget-conscious expats, Lubny offers the lowest monthly costs at $386/mo.
How good is healthcare in Ukraine?
Ukraine scores 56/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it adequate by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
Is Ukraine cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Ukraine's cost of living is roughly 72% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 93% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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