Iran vs Iran · 742 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Tehran | Mashhad | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.88 | $4.28 | Mashhad |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.50 | $17.10 | Mashhad |
| Cappuccino | $1.46 | $1.28 | Mashhad |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $111 | $96.90 | Mashhad |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.88 | $15.68 | Mashhad |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $47.13 | $41.33 | Mashhad |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.65 | $11.97 | Mashhad |
| Fitness club membership | $13.65 | $11.97 | Mashhad |
| Cinema ticket | $3.58 | $3.14 | Mashhad |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $255 | $217 | Mashhad |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $178 | $151 | Mashhad |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $533 | $452 | Mashhad |
| Total single-person budget | $503 | $436 | Mashhad |
| Average net salary | $390 | $342 |
Mashhad is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tehran runs about $503 versus $436 in Mashhad — a difference of roughly 13%.
Salary-adjusted, Mashhad 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 Tehran · Full cost of living in Mashhad