Iran vs Iran · 1,160 km apart
Iran
single / month
Cheaper overallIran
single / month
| Expense | Zāhedān | Karaj | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.98 | $4.28 | Zāhedān |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.90 | $17.10 | Zāhedān |
| Cappuccino | $1.19 | $1.28 | Zāhedān |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $90.10 | $96.90 | Zāhedān |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.58 | $15.68 | Zāhedān |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $38.43 | $41.33 | Zāhedān |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.13 | $11.97 | Zāhedān |
| Fitness club membership | $11.13 | $11.97 | Zāhedān |
| Cinema ticket | $2.92 | $3.14 | Zāhedān |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $198 | $217 | Zāhedān |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $138 | $151 | Zāhedān |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $413 | $452 | Zāhedān |
| Total single-person budget | $403 | $436 | Zāhedān |
| Average net salary | $318 | $342 |
Zāhedān is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Zāhedān runs about $403 versus $436 in Karaj — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Zāhedān 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 Zāhedān · Full cost of living in Karaj