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Cities/Almaty

Almaty

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan's largest city, set against the stunning Tian Shan mountains. A green, cosmopolitan hub with excellent food, Soviet-era architecture, and world-class hiking.

Population: 1.9M
Avg Income: $ 16K/yr
Avg. Temp: 10°C
Area: 682 km²
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18
Very Affordable

#213 of 250

64% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 689

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 337

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 40

per month

Restaurants

$ 141

per month

Transportation

$ 35

per month

Utilities

$ 54

per month

Entertainment

$ 61

per month

Healthcare

$ 6

per month

Clothing

$ 14

per month