Iran vs Iran · 32 km apart
Iran
single / month
Cheaper overallIran
single / month
| Expense | Qarchak | Tehran | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.75 | $4.88 | Qarchak |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.00 | $19.50 | Qarchak |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.46 | Qarchak |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.00 | $111 | Qarchak |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.75 | $17.88 | Qarchak |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.25 | $47.13 | Qarchak |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.50 | $13.65 | Qarchak |
| Fitness club membership | $10.50 | $13.65 | Qarchak |
| Cinema ticket | $2.75 | $3.58 | Qarchak |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $184 | $255 | Qarchak |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $128 | $178 | Qarchak |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $384 | $533 | Qarchak |
| Total single-person budget | $378 | $503 | Qarchak |
| Average net salary | $300 | $390 |
Qarchak is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Qarchak runs about $378 versus $503 in Tehran — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Qarchak 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 Qarchak · Full cost of living in Tehran