Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 970 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Almaty | Astana | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.46 | $4.79 | Astana |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.84 | $19.15 | Astana |
| Cappuccino | $1.64 | $1.44 | Astana |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $124 | $109 | Astana |
| Monthly public transport pass | $20.02 | $17.56 | Astana |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.78 | $46.28 | Astana |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.29 | $13.41 | Astana |
| Fitness club membership | $15.29 | $13.41 | Astana |
| Cinema ticket | $4.00 | $3.51 | Astana |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $255 | $217 | Astana |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $178 | $151 | Astana |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $533 | $452 | Astana |
| Total single-person budget | $542 | $470 | Astana |
| Average net salary | $780 | $684 |
Astana is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Almaty runs about $542 versus $470 in Astana — a difference of roughly 13%.
Salary-adjusted, Almaty 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 Almaty · Full cost of living in Astana