Mongolia vs Mongolia · 188 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Ulaanbaatar | Darhan | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.88 | $3.75 | Darhan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.50 | $15.00 | Darhan |
| Cappuccino | $1.46 | $1.13 | Darhan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $111 | $85.00 | Darhan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.88 | $13.75 | Darhan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $47.13 | $36.25 | Darhan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.65 | $10.50 | Darhan |
| Fitness club membership | $13.65 | $10.50 | Darhan |
| Cinema ticket | $3.58 | $2.75 | Darhan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $223 | $161 | Darhan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $155 | $112 | Darhan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $466 | $336 | Darhan |
| Total single-person budget | $480 | $362 | Darhan |
| Average net salary | $520 | $400 |
Darhan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ulaanbaatar runs about $480 versus $362 in Darhan — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Ulaanbaatar 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 Ulaanbaatar · Full cost of living in Darhan