Iran vs Iran · 776 km apart
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single / month
Cheaper overallIran
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| Expense | Karaj | Mashhad | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.28 | $4.28 | Karaj |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.10 | $17.10 | Karaj |
| Cappuccino | $1.28 | $1.28 | Karaj |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $96.90 | $96.90 | Karaj |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.68 | $15.68 | Karaj |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $41.33 | $41.33 | Karaj |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.97 | $11.97 | Karaj |
| Fitness club membership | $11.97 | $11.97 | Karaj |
| Cinema ticket | $3.14 | $3.14 | Karaj |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $217 | $217 | Karaj |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $151 | $151 | Karaj |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $452 | $452 | Karaj |
| Total single-person budget | $436 | $436 | Karaj |
| Average net salary | $342 | $342 |
Karaj is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Karaj runs about $436 versus $436 in Mashhad — a difference of roughly 0%.
Salary-adjusted, Karaj 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 Karaj · Full cost of living in Mashhad