Nepal vs Nepal · 24 km apart
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| Expense | Panauti | Kathmandu | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $2.57 | $3.71 | Panauti |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $10.26 | $14.82 | Panauti |
| Cappuccino | $0.77 | $1.11 | Panauti |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $58.14 | $83.98 | Panauti |
| Monthly public transport pass | $9.41 | $13.59 | Panauti |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $24.80 | $35.82 | Panauti |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $7.18 | $10.37 | Panauti |
| Fitness club membership | $7.18 | $10.37 | Panauti |
| Cinema ticket | $1.88 | $2.72 | Panauti |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $90.73 | $144 | Panauti |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $63.12 | $99.95 | Panauti |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $189 | $300 | Panauti |
| Total single-person budget | $234 | $347 | Panauti |
| Average net salary | $225 | $325 |
Panauti is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Panauti runs about $234 versus $347 in Kathmandu — a difference of roughly 48%.
Salary-adjusted, Panauti 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 Panauti · Full cost of living in Kathmandu