Russians now demand 53,500 rubles monthly for a comfortable retirement
Russians now expect a monthly pension of 53,500 rubles to live comfortably, according to a recent SuperJob survey for RIA Novosti. The study, involving 1,600 respondents, also revealed a 7% rise in pension expectations since October 2024.
The survey highlighted regional differences in pension demands. Moscow residents set the highest benchmark at 57,900 rubles, a 10% jump from October. St. Petersburg followed with 57,600 rubles, while Khabarovsk respondents expected 55,400 rubles.
Men reported a slightly higher desired pension of 54,800 rubles compared to women's 52,400 rubles. Age also played a role: those over 45 wanted 56,200 rubles, while the 35–45 group expected 55,800 rubles. Younger respondents under 35 set their benchmark at 50,800 rubles. Education levels influenced expectations too. People with higher education considered 55,800 rubles fair, whereas those with vocational secondary education aimed for 52,100 rubles. Meanwhile, the government adjusted pensions in 2025. Old-age insurance pensions rose by 7.6% from January 1, adding 1,900 rubles to the average payment, now at 27,000 rubles. Social pensions are set to increase by 6.8% from April 1.
The survey results show a clear gap between public expectations and current pension levels. With regional, gender, and age-based differences, the average desired pension remains nearly double the adjusted state payments. The government's indexing changes will raise benefits, but the gap between desired and actual pensions persists.
