Iran vs Iran · 1,236 km apart
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| Expense | Īlām | Mashhad | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.49 | $4.28 | Īlām |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $13.95 | $17.10 | Īlām |
| Cappuccino | $1.05 | $1.28 | Īlām |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $79.05 | $96.90 | Īlām |
| Monthly public transport pass | $12.79 | $15.68 | Īlām |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $33.71 | $41.33 | Īlām |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $9.77 | $11.97 | Īlām |
| Fitness club membership | $9.77 | $11.97 | Īlām |
| Cinema ticket | $2.56 | $3.14 | Īlām |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $168 | $217 | Īlām |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $117 | $151 | Īlām |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $351 | $452 | Īlām |
| Total single-person budget | $349 | $436 | Īlām |
| Average net salary | $279 | $342 |
Īlām is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Īlām runs about $349 versus $436 in Mashhad — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Īlām 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 Īlām · Full cost of living in Mashhad