Capital city, Azerbaijan
Cost of living in Baku
How much a month costs in Baku
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,180–1,940 (₼2,000–3,300).
Prices in Baku
Typical 2026 ranges in AZN, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | AZN | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ₼800–1,800 | $471–1,060 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ₼500–1,000 | $294–588 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ₼15–30 | $8.8–17.7 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ₼90–200 | $53–118 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ₼6–12 | $3.5–7.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ₼25–55 | $15–32 |
| Cappuccino | ₼5–9 | $2.9–5.3 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ₼5–10 | $2.9–5.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ₼0.6 | $0.35 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ₼4–9 | $2.4–5.3 |
| Work and life | ||
| Coworking day pass | ₼15–35 | $9–21 |
| Gym membership (month) | ₼80–200 | $47–118 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ₼15–30 | $8.8–17.7 |
Value for money: 58/100
A value score of 58/100 means Baku gives more quality of life per dollar than 57% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 60/100. It's the 3rd most affordable of 3 places we cover in Azerbaijan.
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Cost of living across Azerbaijan
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Baku
Similar safety, lower cost, in Central Asia & Caucasus.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Baku?
About $530–824 on a lean budget, $1,180–1,940 for a comfortable month and $2,650–4,410 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Baku?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ₼800–1,800 ($471–1,060) a month in the center and ₼500–1,000 ($294–588) outside it.
How much does food cost in Baku?
A local meal is ₼6–12 ($3.5–7.1); a mid-range restaurant is ₼25–55 ($15–32) per person.
Is Azerbaijan expensive?
Prices in Azerbaijan are about 28% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Heydar Aliyev International Airport
- Baku Metro
- Azerbaijan Tourism Board
- Bolt Baku
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.