Is Ulaanbaatar more expensive than Aktobe?

Ulaanbaatar is 0.5% more expensive than Aktobe overall. Rent is 166.7% higher, groceries 23.9% more expensive, and restaurants 20.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Aktobe or Ulaanbaatar?

Aktobe has a purchasing power index of 54.2 while Ulaanbaatar has 42.1 (NYC = 100). Aktobe offers better purchasing power.

Aktobe vs Ulaanbaatar: Ulaanbaatar is 0.5% more expensive, rent 167% higher (2026)

Category	🇰🇿 Aktobe	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	Difference
Cost of Living	20.3	20.4	+0.5%
Rent	6.3	16.8	+166.7%
Groceries	32.6	40.4	+23.9%
Restaurants	36.6	29.0	-20.8%
Purchasing Power	54.2	42.1	-22.3%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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