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Mazār-e Sharīf vs Kabul

Afghanistan vs Afghanistan · 304 km apart

Mazār-e Sharīf

Afghanistan

؋20,863 ($298)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Kabul

Afghanistan

؋25,974 ($371)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Mazār-e Sharīf 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 Mazār-e Sharīf · Full cost of living in Kabul

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mazār-e Sharīf cheaper than Kabul?

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

How far is Mazār-e Sharīf from Kabul?

The straight-line distance between Mazār-e Sharīf and Kabul is approximately 304 km (189 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Mazār-e Sharīf or Kabul?

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