Nepal vs Nepal · 154 km apart
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| Expense | Bhaktapur | Pokhara | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.65 | $3.02 | Bhaktapur |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $10.60 | $12.08 | Bhaktapur |
| Cappuccino | $0.80 | $0.91 | Bhaktapur |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $60.08 | $68.48 | Bhaktapur |
| Monthly public transport pass | $9.72 | $11.08 | Bhaktapur |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $25.62 | $29.20 | Bhaktapur |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $7.42 | $8.46 | Bhaktapur |
| Fitness club membership | $7.42 | $8.46 | Bhaktapur |
| Cinema ticket | $1.94 | $2.22 | Bhaktapur |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $94.52 | $111 | Bhaktapur |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $65.76 | $77.44 | Bhaktapur |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $197 | $232 | Bhaktapur |
| Total single-person budget | $242 | $279 | Bhaktapur |
| Average net salary | $233 | $265 |
Bhaktapur is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bhaktapur runs about $242 versus $279 in Pokhara — a difference of roughly 15%.
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 Pokhara