Georgia's National Statistics Office (Geostat) reports that consumer prices rose 0.4% in September 2026 compared with August. Annual inflation reached 5.6%, while core inflation was 3.7%.
What became more expensive
- Transport: up 18.7% on the year (2.9% in September alone).
- Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels: up 9.2% on the year.
- Health: up 8.0% on the year.
- Restaurants and hotels: up 7.3% on the year.
- Food and non-alcoholic drinks: up 3.4% on the year, but 0.2% cheaper than in August.
What became cheaper
Education prices fell 12.2% in the month and 12.5% on the year, according to Geostat. The release does not give a reason.
What it means for a student budget
The biggest rises are in transport and utilities, two costs every student pays each month. When you plan your budget for Georgia, leave room for higher bills and travel costs, and keep in mind that food prices rose more slowly than the overall rate.
Key points
- Annual inflation in Georgia was 5.6% in September 2026; core inflation 3.7%.
- Transport rose 18.7% and housing and utilities 9.2% on the year.
- Food rose 3.4% on the year; education prices fell 12.5%.
- Plan a student budget with room for transport and utility costs.
Not sure how much to budget for Georgia? Ask your consultant: we help you plan tuition, housing and living costs before you arrive.
Source
- Inflation Rate in Georgia, September 2026National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat) · Oct 2, 2026
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