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Bacău vs Iaşi

Romania vs Romania · 82 km apart

Bacău

Romania

lei2,558 ($556)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Iaşi

Romania

lei2,724 ($592)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Bacău	Iaşi	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$5.70	$6.04	Bacău
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$22.80	$24.17	Bacău
Cappuccino	$1.71	$1.81	Bacău
Monthly groceries (single person)	$129	$137	Bacău
Monthly public transport pass	$20.90	$22.15	Bacău
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$55.10	$58.41	Bacău
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$15.96	$16.92	Bacău
Fitness club membership	$15.96	$16.92	Bacău
Cinema ticket	$4.18	$4.43	Bacău
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$253	$272	Bacău
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$176	$189	Bacău
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$528	$568	Bacău
Total single-person budget	$556	$592	Bacău
Average net salary	$1,150	$1,219

Verdict

Bacău is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bacău runs about $556 versus $592 in Iaşi — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Iaşi 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 Bacău · Full cost of living in Iaşi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bacău cheaper than Iaşi?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $556 per month in Bacău versus $592 in Iaşi — about 6% less.

How far is Bacău from Iaşi?

The straight-line distance between Bacău and Iaşi is approximately 82 km (51 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Bacău or Iaşi?

The estimated average net salary is $1,150 in Bacău and $1,219 in Iaşi. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $594 in Bacău versus $627 in Iaşi per month.