Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 1,312 km apart
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Cheaper overallKazakhstan
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| Expense | Öskemen | Shymkent | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.45 | $4.79 | Öskemen |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.81 | $19.15 | Öskemen |
| Cappuccino | $1.34 | $1.44 | Öskemen |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $101 | $109 | Öskemen |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.32 | $17.56 | Öskemen |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.04 | $46.28 | Öskemen |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.47 | $13.41 | Öskemen |
| Fitness club membership | $12.47 | $13.41 | Öskemen |
| Cinema ticket | $3.26 | $3.51 | Öskemen |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $198 | $217 | Öskemen |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $138 | $151 | Öskemen |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $413 | $452 | Öskemen |
| Total single-person budget | $434 | $470 | Öskemen |
| Average net salary | $636 | $684 |
Öskemen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Öskemen runs about $434 versus $470 in Shymkent — a difference of roughly 8%.
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 Öskemen · Full cost of living in Shymkent