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The number of Russians who save on food increased to 24% over the last year, according to sociologists of the Romir center. More than on food, the Russians save on travel (29%).

Sociologists have concluded that the Russians have returned to austerity. Only 17% of respondents reported that they are not saving anything (in 2016 there were 11%, in 2017 - 18%, and in 2018 - 24%). The number of savings increased for all expenses.

According to the study, most Russians save on:

traveling - 29% (12% in 2018),

food - 24% (17% in 2018),

clothes and shoes - (9% in 2018),

entertainment - 22% (6% in 2018),

delicacies - 20% (12% in 2018),

restaurants - 15% (4% in 2018),

alcohol and cigarettes - 13% (5% in 2018),

gadgets - 11% (2% in 2018),

cosmetics - 8% (1% in 2018),

personal services - 8% (3% in 2018).

The nationwide survey was attended by 1,500 people aged 18 years and older, living in cities and rural areas, in all federal districts.

Previously, the Romira sociologists found that the average Russian family required 78,000 rubles per month for "normal life". More than half of the respondents (51%) called the desired amount of 60–120 thousand rubles per month.