The Global Cost of Living Index 2026: Georgia ranks among top three among EU member states, candidate countries

According to a study prepared by Visual Capitalist, Georgia ranks among the top three most affordable countries to live in among European Union member states and candidate countries.

In the ranking, Georgia received 24 points. The study indicates that Ukraine currently has the lowest cost of living in Europe, largely due to the devaluation of its domestic market amid the ongoing war.

North Macedonia placed second, while Georgia ranked third in terms of affordability. According to the report, Georgia has recorded the highest growth in real and purchasing power–adjusted economic well-being in Europe in recent years.