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Kandahār vs Kabul

Afghanistan vs Afghanistan · 456 km apart

Kandahār

Afghanistan

؋20,863 ($298)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kabul

Afghanistan

؋25,974 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Kandahār 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 Kandahār · Full cost of living in Kabul

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kandahār cheaper than Kabul?

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

How far is Kandahār from Kabul?

The straight-line distance between Kandahār and Kabul is approximately 456 km (283 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kandahār or Kabul?

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