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Cost of living in Mongolia compared to Germany
Currency:
| Food | - 41% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Mongolia is 41% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12,851 ₮ (€4.37) | €11 | - 60% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 12,733 ₮ (€4.33) | €8 | - 43% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 9,456 ₮ (€3.21) | €3.65 | - 12% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2,784 ₮ (€0.95) | €0.95 | - 0% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 4,405 ₮ (€1.50) | €3.14 | - 52% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 5,346 ₮ (€1.82) | €2.50 | - 27% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 15,074 ₮ (€5.12) | €5.14 | - 0% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8,132 ₮ (€2.76) | €2.44 | + 13% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 1,543 ₮ (€0.52) | €1.61 | - 67% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 2,013 ₮ (€0.68) | €0.91 | - 25% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 20,156 ₮ (€7) | €6 | + 7% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 2,773 ₮ (€0.94) | €1.82 | - 48% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 1,456 ₮ (€0.49) | €1.33 | - 63% | |
| Housing | - 59% | |||
| Housing in Mongolia is 59% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 1,668,310 ₮ (€567) | €1,460 | - 61% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 924,641 ₮ (€314) | €1,067 | - 71% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 261,252 ₮ (€89) | €190 | - 53% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 809,736 ₮ (€275) | €894 | - 69% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 515,225 ₮ (€175) | €671 | - 74% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 256,396 ₮ (€87) | €131 | - 33% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 32,427 ₮ (€11) | €23 | - 51% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 925,421 ₮ (€314) | €374 | - 16% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 282,008 ₮ (€96) | €108 | - 11% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 30,775 ₮ (€10) | €5.35 | + 95% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 13,511 ₮ (€4.59) | €13 | - 66% | |
| Clothes | - 5% | |||
| Clothes in Mongolia is 5% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 105,470 ₮ (€36) | €85 | - 58% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 130,434 ₮ (€44) | €36 | + 23% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 220,329 ₮ (€75) | €88 | - 15% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 336,608 ₮ (€114) | €108 | + 6% | |
| Transportation | - 73% | |||
| Transportation in Mongolia is 73% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 17,657,000 ₮ (€6,000) | €20,657 | - 71% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 2,177 ₮ (€0.74) | €1.44 | - 49% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 35,220 ₮ (€12) | €74 | - 84% | |
| Personal Care | - 13% | |||
| Personal Care in Mongolia is 13% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 13,133 ₮ (€4.46) | €5.96 | - 25% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 38,774 ₮ (€13) | €10 | + 35% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 40,143 ₮ (€14) | €58 | - 77% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 5,536 ₮ (€1.88) | €3.43 | - 45% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 6,408 ₮ (€2.18) | €2.26 | - 4% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 14,392 ₮ (€4.89) | €2.21 | + 121% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 7,817 ₮ (€2.66) | €1.31 | + 102% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 6,818 ₮ (€2.32) | €1.41 | + 64% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 14,533 ₮ (€4.94) | €20 | - 75% | |
| Entertainment | - 29% | |||
| Entertainment in Mongolia is 29% cheaper than in Germany | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 39,824 ₮ (€14) | €32 | - 58% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 18,189 ₮ (€6) | €22 | - 72% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 62,032 ₮ (€21) | €92 | - 77% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 74,559 ₮ (€25) | €55 | - 54% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 22,400 ₮ (€8) | €9 | - 14% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 6,786 ₮ (€2.31) | €3.27 | - 29% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 4,678 ₮ (€1.59) | €3.42 | - 54% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 1,160,430 ₮ (€394) | €431 | - 8% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 100 ₮ (€0.03) | €0.10 | - 67% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 243,642 ₮ (€83) | €36 | + 128% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 10,343 ₮ (€3.51) | €7 | - 46% | |
| TOTAL | - 51% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 6,675 prices entered by 1,081 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 22, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Mongolia is 51% cheaper than in Germany
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