Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 1,358 km apart
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| Expense | Balqash | Aqtöbe | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.20 | $4.45 | Balqash |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $16.80 | $17.81 | Balqash |
| Cappuccino | $1.26 | $1.34 | Balqash |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $95.20 | $101 | Balqash |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.40 | $16.32 | Balqash |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $40.60 | $43.04 | Balqash |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $11.76 | $12.47 | Balqash |
| Fitness club membership | $11.76 | $12.47 | Balqash |
| Cinema ticket | $3.08 | $3.26 | Balqash |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $184 | $198 | Balqash |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $128 | $138 | Balqash |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $384 | $413 | Balqash |
| Total single-person budget | $408 | $434 | Balqash |
| Average net salary | $600 | $636 |
Balqash is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Balqash runs about $408 versus $434 in Aqtöbe — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, Aqtöbe 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 Balqash · Full cost of living in Aqtöbe