Nepal vs Nepal · 12 km apart
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| Expense | Bhaktapur | Kathmandu | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.65 | $3.71 | Bhaktapur |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $10.60 | $14.82 | Bhaktapur |
| Cappuccino | $0.80 | $1.11 | Bhaktapur |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $60.08 | $83.98 | Bhaktapur |
| Monthly public transport pass | $9.72 | $13.59 | Bhaktapur |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $25.62 | $35.82 | Bhaktapur |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $7.42 | $10.37 | Bhaktapur |
| Fitness club membership | $7.42 | $10.37 | Bhaktapur |
| Cinema ticket | $1.94 | $2.72 | Bhaktapur |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $94.52 | $144 | Bhaktapur |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $65.76 | $99.95 | Bhaktapur |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $197 | $300 | Bhaktapur |
| Total single-person budget | $242 | $347 | Bhaktapur |
| Average net salary | $233 | $325 |
Bhaktapur is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bhaktapur runs about $242 versus $347 in Kathmandu — a difference of roughly 43%.
Salary-adjusted, Bhaktapur 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 Bhaktapur · Full cost of living in Kathmandu