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| Expense | Asbest | Novosibirsk | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.46 | $5.47 | Asbest |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.86 | $21.89 | Asbest |
| Cappuccino | $1.34 | $1.64 | Asbest |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $101 | $124 | Asbest |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.37 | $20.06 | Asbest |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.15 | $52.90 | Asbest |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.50 | $15.32 | Asbest |
| Fitness club membership | $12.50 | $15.32 | Asbest |
| Cinema ticket | $3.27 | $4.01 | Asbest |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $189 | $244 | Asbest |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $132 | $170 | Asbest |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $395 | $509 | Asbest |
| Total single-person budget | $429 | $534 | Asbest |
| Average net salary | $698 | $855 |
Asbest is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Asbest runs about $429 versus $534 in Novosibirsk — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Novosibirsk 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 Asbest · Full cost of living in Novosibirsk