Is Nis more expensive than Ulaanbaatar?

Nis is 0.5% more expensive than Ulaanbaatar overall. Rent is 54.2% lower, groceries 18.3% cheaper, and restaurants 33.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Ulaanbaatar or Nis?

Ulaanbaatar has a purchasing power index of 42.1 while Nis has 77.9 (NYC = 100). Nis offers better purchasing power.

Ulaanbaatar vs Nis: Nis is 0.5% more expensive, rent 54% lower (2026)

Category	🇲🇳 Ulaanbaatar	🇷🇸 Nis	Difference
Cost of Living	21.2	21.3	+0.5%
Rent	16.8	7.7	-54.2%
Groceries	40.4	33.0	-18.3%
Restaurants	29.0	38.7	+33.4%
Purchasing Power	42.1	77.9	+85.0%

Data from March – 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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