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Shashemenē vs Addis Ababa

Ethiopia vs Ethiopia · 205 km apart

Shashemenē

Ethiopia

Br41,130 ($358)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Br51,205 ($445)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shashemenē cheaper than Addis Ababa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $358 per month in Shashemenē versus $445 in Addis Ababa — about 24% less.
How far is Shashemenē from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Shashemenē and Addis Ababa is approximately 205 km (127 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Shashemenē or Addis Ababa?
The estimated average net salary is $212 in Shashemenē and $260 in Addis Ababa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Shashemenē versus $0 in Addis Ababa per month.