Home › Compare

Qaraghandy vs Almaty

Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 785 km apart

Qaraghandy

Kazakhstan

₸204,201 ($434)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Almaty

Kazakhstan

₸254,590 ($542)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Qaraghandy	Almaty	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.45	$5.46	Qaraghandy
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.81	$21.84	Qaraghandy
Cappuccino	$1.34	$1.64	Qaraghandy
Monthly groceries (single person)	$101	$124	Qaraghandy
Monthly public transport pass	$16.32	$20.02	Qaraghandy
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$43.04	$52.78	Qaraghandy
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.47	$15.29	Qaraghandy
Fitness club membership	$12.47	$15.29	Qaraghandy
Cinema ticket	$3.26	$4.00	Qaraghandy
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$198	$255	Qaraghandy
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$138	$178	Qaraghandy
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$413	$533	Qaraghandy
Total single-person budget	$434	$542	Qaraghandy
Average net salary	$636	$780

Verdict

Qaraghandy is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Qaraghandy runs about $434 versus $542 in Almaty — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Qaraghandy · Full cost of living in Almaty

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qaraghandy cheaper than Almaty?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $434 per month in Qaraghandy versus $542 in Almaty — about 25% less.

How far is Qaraghandy from Almaty?

The straight-line distance between Qaraghandy and Almaty is approximately 785 km (488 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Qaraghandy or Almaty?

The estimated average net salary is $636 in Qaraghandy and $780 in Almaty. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $202 in Qaraghandy versus $238 in Almaty per month.