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Metu vs Addis Ababa

Ethiopia vs Ethiopia · 358 km apart

Metu

Ethiopia

Br34,518 ($300)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Br51,205 ($445)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMetuAddis AbabaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.24$4.68Metu
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$12.96$18.72Metu
Cappuccino$0.97$1.40Metu
Monthly groceries (single person)$73.44$106Metu
Monthly public transport pass$11.88$17.16Metu
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$31.32$45.24Metu
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$9.07$13.10Metu
Fitness club membership$9.07$13.10Metu
Cinema ticket$2.38$3.43Metu
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$121$192Metu
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$84.15$133Metu
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$252$400Metu
Total single-person budget$300$445Metu
Average net salary$180$260

Verdict

Metu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Metu runs about $300 versus $445 in Addis Ababa — a difference of roughly 48%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metu cheaper than Addis Ababa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $300 per month in Metu versus $445 in Addis Ababa — about 48% less.
How far is Metu from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Metu and Addis Ababa is approximately 358 km (222 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Metu or Addis Ababa?
The estimated average net salary is $180 in Metu and $260 in Addis Ababa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Metu versus $0 in Addis Ababa per month.