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| Expense | Shahr-e Qods | Karaj | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.98 | $4.28 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.90 | $17.10 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Cappuccino | $1.19 | $1.28 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $90.10 | $96.90 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.58 | $15.68 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $38.43 | $41.33 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.13 | $11.97 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Fitness club membership | $11.13 | $11.97 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Cinema ticket | $2.92 | $3.14 | Shahr-e Qods |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $198 | $217 | Shahr-e Qods |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $138 | $151 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $413 | $452 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Total single-person budget | $403 | $436 | Shahr-e Qods |
| Average net salary | $318 | $342 |
Shahr-e Qods is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Shahr-e Qods runs about $403 versus $436 in Karaj — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Shahr-e Qods 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 Qods · Full cost of living in Karaj