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Esil vs Almaty

Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 1,247 km apart

Esil

Kazakhstan

₸171,176 ($364)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Almaty

Kazakhstan

₸254,590 ($542)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Esil	Almaty	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.78	$5.46	Esil
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$15.12	$21.84	Esil
Cappuccino	$1.13	$1.64	Esil
Monthly groceries (single person)	$85.68	$124	Esil
Monthly public transport pass	$13.86	$20.02	Esil
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$36.54	$52.78	Esil
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.58	$15.29	Esil
Fitness club membership	$10.58	$15.29	Esil
Cinema ticket	$2.77	$4.00	Esil
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$161	$255	Esil
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$112	$178	Esil
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$337	$533	Esil
Total single-person budget	$364	$542	Esil
Average net salary	$540	$780

Verdict

Esil is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Esil runs about $364 versus $542 in Almaty — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Esil · Full cost of living in Almaty

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esil cheaper than Almaty?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $364 per month in Esil versus $542 in Almaty — about 49% less.

How far is Esil from Almaty?

The straight-line distance between Esil and Almaty is approximately 1,247 km (775 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Esil or Almaty?

The estimated average net salary is $540 in Esil and $780 in Almaty. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $176 in Esil versus $238 in Almaty per month.