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Qaraghandy vs Shymkent

Kazakhstan vs Kazakhstan · 877 km apart

Qaraghandy

Kazakhstan

₸204,201 ($434)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Shymkent

Kazakhstan

₸220,890 ($470)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Qaraghandy	Shymkent	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.45	$4.79	Qaraghandy
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.81	$19.15	Qaraghandy
Cappuccino	$1.34	$1.44	Qaraghandy
Monthly groceries (single person)	$101	$109	Qaraghandy
Monthly public transport pass	$16.32	$17.56	Qaraghandy
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$43.04	$46.28	Qaraghandy
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.47	$13.41	Qaraghandy
Fitness club membership	$12.47	$13.41	Qaraghandy
Cinema ticket	$3.26	$3.51	Qaraghandy
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$198	$217	Qaraghandy
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$138	$151	Qaraghandy
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$413	$452	Qaraghandy
Total single-person budget	$434	$470	Qaraghandy
Average net salary	$636	$684

Verdict

Qaraghandy is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Qaraghandy 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 Qaraghandy · Full cost of living in Shymkent

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Qaraghandy cheaper than Shymkent?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $434 per month in Qaraghandy versus $470 in Shymkent — about 8% less.

How far is Qaraghandy from Shymkent?

The straight-line distance between Qaraghandy and Shymkent is approximately 877 km (545 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Qaraghandy or Shymkent?

The estimated average net salary is $636 in Qaraghandy and $684 in Shymkent. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $202 in Qaraghandy versus $214 in Shymkent per month.