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Living in Yerevan🇦🇲

The "Pink City" built from rose-coloured tuff stone — a compact, walkable capital with a booming café culture, ancient history, and a large Russian-speaking expat community.

Internet

80

Mbps

Safety

8/10

Cost modifier

=

vs country base

Highlights

Rose-stone architectureCafé culture boomRussian-friendlyMount Ararat views

Neighborhoods

Kentron

City centre & cultural hub

$500/mo

85 Mbps

Yerevan's central district — Republic Square, opera house, museums, and the best restaurant and café scene in the city.

Pros

  • Best location
  • Cultural attractions
  • Walking to everything

Cons

  • Most expensive
  • Busy with traffic

Arabkir

Residential & local

$380/mo

80 Mbps

A quiet, green residential neighbourhood popular with long-term expats — good supermarkets, parks, and a more local atmosphere.

Pros

  • Quieter
  • Good value
  • Green & residential

Cons

  • Less nightlife
  • Further from centre

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Yerevan?

Living in Yerevan costs about $1040/month per person — rent plus basics. The exact amount depends on the neighborhood and lifestyle.

Is Yerevan safe?

The safety index of Yerevan is 8/10. Very safe.

How fast is the internet in Yerevan?

Average internet speed in Yerevan is 80 Mbps, sufficient for most tasks.

Planning your move to Yerevan? Everything you need

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