Albania vs Albania · 33 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Tirana | Elbasan | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $6.24 | $4.80 | Elbasan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $24.96 | $19.20 | Elbasan |
| Cappuccino | $1.87 | $1.44 | Elbasan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $141 | $109 | Elbasan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $22.88 | $17.60 | Elbasan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $60.32 | $46.40 | Elbasan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $17.47 | $13.44 | Elbasan |
| Fitness club membership | $17.47 | $13.44 | Elbasan |
| Cinema ticket | $4.58 | $3.52 | Elbasan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $255 | $184 | Elbasan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $178 | $128 | Elbasan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $533 | $384 | Elbasan |
| Total single-person budget | $594 | $448 | Elbasan |
| Average net salary | $845 | $650 |
Elbasan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tirana runs about $594 versus $448 in Elbasan — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Tirana 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 Tirana · Full cost of living in Elbasan