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Jalālābād vs Kabul

Afghanistan vs Afghanistan · 119 km apart

Jalālābād

Afghanistan

؋20,863 ($298)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kabul

Afghanistan

؋25,974 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Jalālābād	Kabul	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.18	$3.90	Jalālābād
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$12.72	$15.60	Jalālābād
Cappuccino	$0.95	$1.17	Jalālābād
Monthly groceries (single person)	$72.08	$88.40	Jalālābād
Monthly public transport pass	$11.66	$14.30	Jalālābād
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$30.74	$37.70	Jalālābād
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$8.90	$10.92	Jalālābād
Fitness club membership	$8.90	$10.92	Jalālābād
Cinema ticket	$2.33	$2.86	Jalālābād
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$124	$160	Jalālābād
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$86.04	$111	Jalālābād
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$258	$333	Jalālābād
Total single-person budget	$298	$371	Jalālābād
Average net salary	$212	$260

Verdict

Jalālābād is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jalālābād runs about $298 versus $371 in Kabul — a difference of roughly 24%.

Salary-adjusted, Jalālābād leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Jalālābād · Full cost of living in Kabul

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jalālābād cheaper than Kabul?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $298 per month in Jalālābād versus $371 in Kabul — about 24% less.

How far is Jalālābād from Kabul?

The straight-line distance between Jalālābād and Kabul is approximately 119 km (74 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Jalālābād or Kabul?

The estimated average net salary is $212 in Jalālābād and $260 in Kabul. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Jalālābād versus $0 in Kabul per month.