City in Imereti, Georgia
Cost of living in Kutaisi
How much a month costs in Kutaisi
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $922–1,380 (₾2,400–3,600).
Prices in Kutaisi
Typical 2026 ranges in GEL, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | GEL | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ₾600–1,200 | $231–461 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ₾400–800 | $154–307 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ₾30–60 | $12–23 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ₾100–220 | $38–85 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ₾8–16 | $3.1–6.1 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ₾25–55 | $10–21 |
| Cappuccino | ₾5–10 | $1.9–3.8 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ₾5–10 | $1.9–3.8 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ₾0.5–1 | $0.19–0.38 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ₾4–8 | $1.5–3.1 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | ₾70–150 | $27–58 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ₾25–45 | $9.6–17.3 |
Value for money: 78/100
A value score of 78/100 means Kutaisi gives more quality of life per dollar than 77% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 60/100. It's the 2nd most affordable of 8 places we cover in Georgia.
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Cost of living across Georgia
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
Cheaper alternatives to Kutaisi
Similar safety, lower cost, in Central Asia & Caucasus.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Kutaisi?
About $461–692 on a lean budget, $922–1,380 for a comfortable month and $2,110–3,270 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Kutaisi?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ₾600–1,200 ($231–461) a month in the center and ₾400–800 ($154–307) outside it.
How much does food cost in Kutaisi?
A local meal is ₾8–16 ($3.1–6.1); a mid-range restaurant is ₾25–55 ($10–21) per person.
Is Georgia expensive?
Prices in Georgia are about 33% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Georgian National Tourism Administration
- Bolt Kutaisi
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 Spotted something out of date?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.