What Did Students Spend Their Money On in the USSR? A Look at Prices From 1973-1978

The cost of living in the USSR (1973-1978) is compared to modern prices in a recent TikTok video. The video, posted by Petrovich_Vitebsk2, shows a list of prices for everyday goods from that era. The author states, "Daughter asks how students lived in the USSR and wants to compare." The prices reveal how affordable basic necessities were, such as a loaf of bread costing only 16 kopecks, a liter of milk at 26 kopecks, and a kilogram of meat between 2 and 3.5 rubles. A one-room apartment with utilities cost 7 rubles and 26 kopecks. This historical data offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and prompts reflection on economic changes. The video's popularity and comments suggest a widespread interest in this topic.