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Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy, Russia
Capital City

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$650
Retiree Score
98.0
Safety Index
68.2
Healthcare
21 facilities

With a population of just 82,425, Kamensk-Shakhtinsky is a sleepy coal town that offers little to entice foreign residents. Once a major mining hub, it now focuses on artificial fibers and machinery - hardly the cosmopolitan experience many expats crave. And the bureaucracy is a persistent headache, as the town maintains an "administrative unit" status akin to a district. While the Seversky Donets River provides some natural scenery, the climate is decidedly harsh, with long, frigid winters. This is a place for the rugged, not the faint of heart.

Can I afford Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy?

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Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy

You could save

2,350/mo

Savings Rate78%

Monthly Costs

Rent $220
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$430

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
78/100
Retiree Score
(i)
98/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Russia Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
68
Safety
21
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $1
Rice (1kg) *$1
Chicken (1kg) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$11
Meal (Mid-range) $78
Cappuccino $1
Water (0.33L) *$0

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $120
Mobile Plan (mo) $6
Gym (mo) *$33
Cinema Ticket $5

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $132
1BR Outside (mo) *$212
3BR Center (mo) $246
3BR Outside (mo) *$383

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Limited
Expat Community
None
Top Neighborhoods
None
Best For
none

Expat Life Notes

Industrial town off the expat trail. Strictly local economy.

Pros

  • ✓ Employment in industry

Cons

  • ✗ Isolation
  • ✗ Infrastructure gaps
  • ✗ No English

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
—
Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
659 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Sep

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy has a population of approximately 82,425 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $550 per month in Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $220/month.

The nearest airport to Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy is ROV, approximately 95km away.

Kamensk-Shakhtinskiy is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 68.2. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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