Russia
Power and Poetry in One Nation
Overview
The world's largest country by area, spanning eleven time zones from the Baltic to the Pacific, with a vast cultural legacy in literature, ballet, and classical music.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Eastern Europe
Land Area
17,098,242 km²
Capital
Moscow
Languages
Russian
Currencies
Russian ruble (₽)
At a Glance
22
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
45
Freedom
15
Security
6
Life Expectancy
70 yrs
Median Age
39.5 yrs
Urbanization
76%
Cost Index
31
Housing Index
20
Healthcare Access
46/100
Climate
Average Temperature
2.7°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Groznenskiy Rayon 12.9°C
2 Tokarevskiy Rayon 6.2°C
3 Muchkapskiy 6.1°C
4 Znamenskiy Rayon 5.8°C
5 Pokrovo-Prigorodnoye 5.8°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 31
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 20
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 25.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 15.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 25/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 2/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 115 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 175
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 5.86% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 64 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 28/100
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025