According to independent analysts, the average cost of the consumer basket in Azerbaijan is about 165 AZN. According to the Center for Economic and Social Development, the average monthly wage in Azerbaijan is 413 AZN, and the minimum wage is about 93 AZN. On average, the cost of renting a one-room economy-class apartment starts from 220 AZN and reaches 3,000 AZN. Expensive apartments are usually rented by foreigners, and the local population prefers to rent an economy-class apartment.

As for tourist spending, the average cost of living in Azerbaijan for a foreign tourist, including accommodation at an economy class hotel, catering, visits to attractions and a moderate entertainment and entertainment program is about 120 USD per day.