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Cost of Living Guide in Mongolia

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Mongolia offers a low cost of living compared to global standards, with overall expenses including rent about 12% cheaper than the Asia average and consumer prices excluding rent 20% below the regional benchmark. It's particularly affordable for housing and daily essentials outside major cities like Ulaanbaatar, making it attractive for budget-conscious expats and digital nomads. No home country data is available for direct comparison.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
600,000-900,000 MNT (~$175-265 USD) for a single person living like a local: modest shared housing, street food, public transport, no luxuries.
Comfortable
2,000,000-3,000,000 MNT (~$585-880 USD) for a single expat: private 1BR apartment, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining out, reliable internet.
Family of four
6,000,000-10,000,000 MNT (~$1,755-2,925 USD) for a family of four: 3BR expat housing, international school fees, imported goods, car ownership.

Mongolia delivers excellent value for money, being 12% cheaper overall than the Asia average while offering decent quality of life. It's ideal for expats seeking affordability without sacrificing essentials.

Economic & Living Costs in Mongolia
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

12000-25000 MNT
Avg: 18500 MNT
+5.7% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

70000-250000 MNT
Avg: 160000 MNT
+3.2% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

16000-20000 MNT
Avg: 18000 MNT
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

6000-10000 MNT
Avg: 8000 MNT
+18.5% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1600000-2500000 MNT
Avg: 2050000 MNT
-2.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

1100000-2000000 MNT
Avg: 1550000 MNT
+19.2% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

4000000-6068099 MNT
Avg: 5034049.5 MNT
+11.9% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

3000000-4033501.1 MNT
Avg: 3516750.55 MNT
+56.3% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

500-1000 MNT
Avg: 750 MNT
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

6000-25000 MNT
Avg: 15500 MNT
-22.3% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

25000-60000 MNT
Avg: 42500 MNT
+30.8% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

2590-3710 MNT
Avg: 3150 MNT
+3.1% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

210000-382500 MNT
Avg: 296250 MNT
+26.4% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

30000-80000 MNT
Avg: 55000 MNT
-6.4% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

10000-45000 MNT
Avg: 27500 MNT
-21.4% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

3500-6000 MNT
Avg: 4750 MNT
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

2125-5000 MNT
Avg: 3562.5 MNT
+6.7% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

6480-9950 MNT
Avg: 8215 MNT
+18.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

20000-114640.38 MNT
Avg: 67320.19 MNT
+24.7% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

100000-400000 MNT
Avg: 250000 MNT
+25.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

40000-70000 MNT
Avg: 55000 MNT
+46.7% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

10000-25000 MNT
Avg: 17500 MNT
+25.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

833333.33-7196051.52 MNT
Avg: 4014692.43 MNT
+494.8% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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