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| Expense | Shahr-e Kord | Mashhad | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.75 | $4.28 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.00 | $17.10 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.28 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.00 | $96.90 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.75 | $15.68 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.25 | $41.33 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.50 | $11.97 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Fitness club membership | $10.50 | $11.97 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Cinema ticket | $2.75 | $3.14 | Shahr-e Kord |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $184 | $217 | Shahr-e Kord |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $128 | $151 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $384 | $452 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Total single-person budget | $378 | $436 | Shahr-e Kord |
| Average net salary | $300 | $342 |
Shahr-e Kord is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shahr-e Kord runs about $378 versus $436 in Mashhad — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Shahr-e Kord 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 Shahr-e Kord · Full cost of living in Mashhad