Moving to Russia from New Hampshire

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from New Hampshire to Russia — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from New Hampshire to Russia, you would find that Russia is 48.7% cheaper than New Hampshire. A $75,000 salary in New Hampshire would need to be roughly RUB3,376,916 in Russia to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Russian. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Moscow averages 48°F vs 58°F in Concord, making it significantly cooler.

How Far Will Your Money Go?

What to expect for your wallet after moving from New Hampshire to Russia.

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 RUB3,376,916

To maintain the same standard of living in Russia

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Where you'll feel the difference day-to-day

Restaurants

pay 59.1% less

Groceries

pay 49.1% less

Transportation

pay 38.4% less

Housing

pay 73.8% less

Childcare

pay 72.2% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 59.5% less

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Exchange rate:1 USD = 78.91 RUB(June 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Who Else Is Making This Move?

How many people actually move from New Hampshire to Russia, based on official data.

Living there in 2020
4,583

people born in United States live in Russia · UN DESA

Who's moving to Russia?

Top countries of origin for Russia's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from New Hampshire to Russia.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rateCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2022

share of adults with obesity

NH
31.1%
RU
23.1%

Russia performs significantly better than New Hampshire across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet accessUS Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2023

share of households with internet

NH
92.0%
RU
88.0%

New Hampshire performs better than Russia across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rateBureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

NH
3.0%
RU
3.3%
GDP per capitaBureau of Economic Analysis, 2024

a broad measure of economic output per person

NH
$67,069
RU
$39,800

New Hampshire performs better than Russia across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancyOECD Regional Demography, 2022

average years of life at birth

NH
79.0 yrs
RU
72.4 yrs

New Hampshire performs better than Russia across all family life metrics.

Data: Bureau of Economic Analysis, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), OECD Regional Demography, US Census Bureau (American Community Survey)

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

ConcordRain: 40.6 in/yr (1032 mm)
58°/35°F

Avg. annual high / low

MoscowRain: 27.2 in/yr (691 mm)
48°/34°F

Avg. annual high / low

MonthsConcordMoscow
Jan–Mar37°/15°F (2°/-9°C)27°/15°F (-3°/-10°C)
Apr–Jun68°/43°F (20°/6°C)62°/45°F (17°/7°C)
Jul–Sep79°/54°F (26°/12°C)68°/52°F (20°/11°C)
Oct–Dec48°/27°F (9°/-3°C)36°/26°F (2°/-3°C)
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MonthConcordMoscow
Jan31°/10°F (-0.7°/-12.0°C)21°/10°F (-6.3°/-12.3°C)
Feb35°/14°F (1.6°/-10.1°C)24°/12°F (-4.2°/-11.1°C)
Mar44°/22°F (6.6°/-5.3°C)35°/22°F (1.5°/-5.6°C)
Apr57°/33°F (14.1°/0.4°C)51°/35°F (10.4°/1.7°C)
May69°/43°F (20.5°/5.9°C)65°/46°F (18.4°/7.6°C)
Jun77°/53°F (25.2°/11.4°C)71°/53°F (21.7°/11.5°C)
Jul82°/58°F (27.9°/14.3°C)74°/56°F (23.1°/13.5°C)
Aug81°/56°F (27.2°/13.4°C)71°/54°F (21.5°/12.0°C)
Sep73°/47°F (22.6°/8.6°C)60°/45°F (15.4°/7.1°C)
Oct60°/36°F (15.8°/2.1°C)47°/36°F (8.2°/2.1°C)
Nov48°/28°F (9.1°/-2.1°C)34°/26°F (1.1°/-3.3°C)
Dec36°/17°F (2.4°/-8.2°C)26°/17°F (-3.5°/-8.6°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Russian Federal Service for Hydrometeorology and Environmental Monitoring Russian Federal Service for Hydrometeorology and Environmental Monitoring

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Russia. To live, work, or study long-term in Russia, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Russia's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Russia

Visa Required
United States passport holders need a visa to enter Russia.
Russia passport

Russia passport holder visiting United States

Visa Required
Russia passport holders need a visa to enter United States.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Russia than New Hampshire?

Yes — Russia is on average about 43% cheaper than New Hampshire. City-level variation can be significant.

How much money do I need to move to Russia?

Plan for at least 3 months of living expenses — roughly RUB844,229 in Russia on a $75,000 comparable salary — plus one-off moving costs (flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees).

Can I work remotely from Russia?

Usually fine from major cities in Russia. The harder questions are legal — digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

How is healthcare in Russia compared to New Hampshire?

Russia performs significantly better than New Hampshire across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Russia compared to New Hampshire?

The average high temperature in Moscow is 48°F, compared to 58°F in Concord. Moscow receives around 27.2 in of rainfall per year, while Concord gets 40.6 in.

What language do they speak in Russia?

The official language in Russia is Russian. In New Hampshire, the official language is English.

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At a Glance

RU
Population1,316,470142,021,981
CurrencyUnited States Dollar ($)Russian Ruble (RUB)
LanguagesEnglishRussian
Driving sideRightRight
Calling code+1+7
Time zones119
Emergency number911112