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Matay vs Aqtöbe

Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 1,662 km apart

Matay

Kazakhstan

₸171,176 ($364)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Aqtöbe

Kazakhstan

₸204,201 ($434)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Matay	Aqtöbe	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$3.78	$4.45	Matay
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$15.12	$17.81	Matay
Cappuccino	$1.13	$1.34	Matay
Monthly groceries (single person)	$85.68	$101	Matay
Monthly public transport pass	$13.86	$16.32	Matay
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$36.54	$43.04	Matay
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$10.58	$12.47	Matay
Fitness club membership	$10.58	$12.47	Matay
Cinema ticket	$2.77	$3.26	Matay
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$161	$198	Matay
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$112	$138	Matay
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$337	$413	Matay
Total single-person budget	$364	$434	Matay
Average net salary	$540	$636

Verdict

Matay is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Matay runs about $364 versus $434 in Aqtöbe — a difference of roughly 19%.

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 Matay · Full cost of living in Aqtöbe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matay cheaper than Aqtöbe?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $364 per month in Matay versus $434 in Aqtöbe — about 19% less.

How far is Matay from Aqtöbe?

The straight-line distance between Matay and Aqtöbe is approximately 1,662 km (1,033 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Matay or Aqtöbe?

The estimated average net salary is $540 in Matay and $636 in Aqtöbe. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $176 in Matay versus $202 in Aqtöbe per month.