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Mekele vs Addis Ababa

Ethiopia vs Ethiopia · 502 km apart

Mekele

Ethiopia

Br41,130 ($358)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Br51,205 ($445)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMekeleAddis AbabaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.82$4.68Mekele
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.26$18.72Mekele
Cappuccino$1.14$1.40Mekele
Monthly groceries (single person)$86.50$106Mekele
Monthly public transport pass$13.99$17.16Mekele
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$36.89$45.24Mekele
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.68$13.10Mekele
Fitness club membership$10.68$13.10Mekele
Cinema ticket$2.80$3.43Mekele
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$148$192Mekele
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$103$133Mekele
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$310$400Mekele
Total single-person budget$358$445Mekele
Average net salary$212$260

Verdict

Mekele is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mekele runs about $358 versus $445 in Addis Ababa — a difference of roughly 24%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mekele cheaper than Addis Ababa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $358 per month in Mekele versus $445 in Addis Ababa — about 24% less.
How far is Mekele from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Mekele and Addis Ababa is approximately 502 km (312 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Mekele or Addis Ababa?
The estimated average net salary is $212 in Mekele and $260 in Addis Ababa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Mekele versus $0 in Addis Ababa per month.