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Jīma vs Addis Ababa

Ethiopia vs Ethiopia · 260 km apart

Jīma

Ethiopia

Br38,640 ($336)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Br51,205 ($445)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseJīmaAddis AbabaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.60$4.68Jīma
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14.40$18.72Jīma
Cappuccino$1.08$1.40Jīma
Monthly groceries (single person)$81.60$106Jīma
Monthly public transport pass$13.20$17.16Jīma
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$34.80$45.24Jīma
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.08$13.10Jīma
Fitness club membership$10.08$13.10Jīma
Cinema ticket$2.64$3.43Jīma
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$138$192Jīma
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$96.00$133Jīma
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$288$400Jīma
Total single-person budget$336$445Jīma
Average net salary$200$260

Verdict

Jīma is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Jīma runs about $336 versus $445 in Addis Ababa — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Jīma 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 Jīma  ·  Full cost of living in Addis Ababa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jīma cheaper than Addis Ababa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $336 per month in Jīma versus $445 in Addis Ababa — about 33% less.
How far is Jīma from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Jīma and Addis Ababa is approximately 260 km (162 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Jīma or Addis Ababa?
The estimated average net salary is $200 in Jīma and $260 in Addis Ababa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Jīma versus $0 in Addis Ababa per month.