Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 528 km apart
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| Expense | Esil | Qaraghandy | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.78 | $4.45 | Esil |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.12 | $17.81 | Esil |
| Cappuccino | $1.13 | $1.34 | Esil |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $85.68 | $101 | Esil |
| Monthly public transport pass | $13.86 | $16.32 | Esil |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $36.54 | $43.04 | Esil |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.58 | $12.47 | Esil |
| Fitness club membership | $10.58 | $12.47 | Esil |
| Cinema ticket | $2.77 | $3.26 | Esil |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $161 | $198 | Esil |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $112 | $138 | Esil |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $337 | $413 | Esil |
| Total single-person budget | $364 | $434 | Esil |
| Average net salary | $540 | $636 |
Esil is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Esil runs about $364 versus $434 in Qaraghandy — a difference of roughly 19%.
Salary-adjusted, Qaraghandy 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 Qaraghandy