City in Shirak Province, Armenia
Cost of living in Gyumri
How much a month costs in Gyumri
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,380–2,200 (֏500,000–800,000).
Prices in Gyumri
Typical 2026 ranges in AMD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | AMD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ֏120,000–220,000 | $331–606 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ֏80,000–150,000 | $220–413 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ֏4,000–8,000 | $11–22 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ֏18,000–40,000 | $50–110 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ֏1,800–3,500 | $5.0–9.6 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ֏5,000–10,000 | $14–28 |
| Cappuccino | ֏1,000–1,500 | $2.8–4.1 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ֏1,000–1,800 | $2.8–5.0 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ֏100 | $0.28 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ֏800–1,500 | $2.2–4.1 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | ֏10,000–20,000 | $28–55 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ֏3,000–6,000 | $8.3–16.5 |
Value for money: 45/100
A value score of 45/100 means Gyumri gives more quality of life per dollar than 44% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 60/100. It's the 1st most affordable of 3 places we cover in Armenia.
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Cost of living across Armenia
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Gyumri
Similar safety, lower cost, in Central Asia & Caucasus.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Gyumri?
About $689–1,050 on a lean budget, $1,380–2,200 for a comfortable month and $3,030–4,960 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Gyumri?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ֏120,000–220,000 ($331–606) a month in the center and ֏80,000–150,000 ($220–413) outside it.
How much does food cost in Gyumri?
A local meal is ֏1,800–3,500 ($5.0–9.6); a mid-range restaurant is ֏5,000–10,000 ($14–28) per person.
Is Armenia expensive?
Prices in Armenia are about 38% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
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 Spotted something out of date?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.