Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 402 km apart
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| Expense | Pavlodar | Astana | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.45 | $4.79 | Pavlodar |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.81 | $19.15 | Pavlodar |
| Cappuccino | $1.34 | $1.44 | Pavlodar |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $101 | $109 | Pavlodar |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.32 | $17.56 | Pavlodar |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.04 | $46.28 | Pavlodar |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.47 | $13.41 | Pavlodar |
| Fitness club membership | $12.47 | $13.41 | Pavlodar |
| Cinema ticket | $3.26 | $3.51 | Pavlodar |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $198 | $217 | Pavlodar |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $138 | $151 | Pavlodar |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $413 | $452 | Pavlodar |
| Total single-person budget | $434 | $470 | Pavlodar |
| Average net salary | $636 | $684 |
Pavlodar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pavlodar runs about $434 versus $470 in Astana — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Astana 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 Pavlodar · Full cost of living in Astana