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Sek’ot’a vs Addis Ababa

Ethiopia vs Ethiopia · 400 km apart

Sek’ot’a

Ethiopia

Br34,518 ($300)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Br51,205 ($445)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Sek’ot’a 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 Sek’ot’a  ·  Full cost of living in Addis Ababa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sek’ot’a cheaper than Addis Ababa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $300 per month in Sek’ot’a versus $445 in Addis Ababa — about 48% less.
How far is Sek’ot’a from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Sek’ot’a and Addis Ababa is approximately 400 km (249 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Sek’ot’a or Addis Ababa?
The estimated average net salary is $180 in Sek’ot’a and $260 in Addis Ababa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Sek’ot’a versus $0 in Addis Ababa per month.