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Asa vs Shymkent

Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 150 km apart

Asa

Kazakhstan

₸171,176 ($364)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Shymkent

Kazakhstan

₸220,890 ($470)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Asa	Shymkent	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.78	$4.79	Asa
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$15.12	$19.15	Asa
Cappuccino	$1.13	$1.44	Asa
Monthly groceries (single person)	$85.68	$109	Asa
Monthly public transport pass	$13.86	$17.56	Asa
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$36.54	$46.28	Asa
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.58	$13.41	Asa
Fitness club membership	$10.58	$13.41	Asa
Cinema ticket	$2.77	$3.51	Asa
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$161	$217	Asa
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$112	$151	Asa
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$337	$452	Asa
Total single-person budget	$364	$470	Asa
Average net salary	$540	$684

Verdict

Asa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Asa runs about $364 versus $470 in Shymkent — a difference of roughly 29%.

Salary-adjusted, Shymkent 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 Asa · Full cost of living in Shymkent

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asa cheaper than Shymkent?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $364 per month in Asa versus $470 in Shymkent — about 29% less.

How far is Asa from Shymkent?

The straight-line distance between Asa and Shymkent is approximately 150 km (93 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Asa or Shymkent?

The estimated average net salary is $540 in Asa and $684 in Shymkent. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $176 in Asa versus $214 in Shymkent per month.