Cost of Living in Mongolia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mongolia
Address: MN

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $585 (excluding rent), and $1,008 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,387 (excluding rent), and $2,189 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.61 MNT 16.5K

$3.46 MNT 12.4K

$5.77 MNT 20.6K

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$28.14 MNT 100.6K

$17.32 MNT 61.9K

$72.2 MNT 257.9K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.26 MNT 18.8K

$4.68 MNT 16.7K

$6.14 MNT 21.9K

Cappuccino

$2.53 MNT 9,057

$1.90 MNT 6,784

$3.51 MNT 12.5K

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.73 MNT 2,621

$0.61 MNT 2,178

$1.06 MNT 3,803

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.44 MNT 1,585

$0.28 MNT 999

$0.71 MNT 2,549

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.92 MNT 6,864

$1.04 MNT 3,702

$4.43 MNT 15.8K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.34 MNT 8,357

$1.46 MNT 5,227

$2.92 MNT 10.5K

Milk (1 liter)

$1.44 MNT 5,154

$1.05 MNT 3,765

$1.66 MNT 5,922

White Bread (500g)

$0.96 MNT 3,427

$0.76 MNT 2,727

$1.42 MNT 5,085

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.94 MNT 6,923

$1.05 MNT 3,753

$3.00 MNT 10.7K

Eggs

$2.06 MNT 7,361

$1.57 MNT 5,625

$2.40 MNT 8,577

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.38 MNT 47.8K

$7.38 MNT 26.4K

$33.85 MNT 121.0K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.51 MNT 19.7K

$1.81 MNT 6,475

$9.04 MNT 32.3K

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$5.65 MNT 20.2K

$4.52 MNT 16.1K

$8.74 MNT 31.2K

Apples (1kg)

$2.89 MNT 10.3K

$1.86 MNT 6,640

$3.78 MNT 13.5K

Banana (1kg)

$2.53 MNT 9,028

$1.81 MNT 6,469

$3.61 MNT 12.9K

Oranges (1kg)

$3.83 MNT 13.7K

$1.79 MNT 6,392

$6.54 MNT 23.4K

Tomato (1kg)

$2.62 MNT 9,376

$1.02 MNT 3,658

$3.51 MNT 12.5K

Potato (1kg)

$0.66 MNT 2,347

$0.28 MNT 1,001

$1.42 MNT 5,073

Onion (1kg)

$1.01 MNT 3,613

$0.76 MNT 2,701

$1.50 MNT 5,365

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.08 MNT 3,860

$0.58 MNT 2,089

$2.33 MNT 8,322

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.70 MNT 2,490

$0.34 MNT 1,211

$1.00 MNT 3,563

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.81 MNT 6,476

$1.50 MNT 5,379

$3.01 MNT 10.8K

Wine (Bottle)

$9.67 MNT 34.6K

$5.77 MNT 20.6K

$18.75 MNT 67.0K

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.28 MNT 4,573

$0.84 MNT 3,013

$1.76 MNT 6,275

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.71 MNT 6,097

$1.36 MNT 4,848

$2.27 MNT 8,117

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.20 MNT 720

$0.16 MNT 568

$0.31 MNT 1,098

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$7.60 MNT 27.2K

$4.34 MNT 15.5K

$14.46 MNT 51.7K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.61 MNT 2,184

$0.30 MNT 1,073

$0.77 MNT 2,739

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.61 MNT 2,190

$0.46 MNT 1,634

$0.77 MNT 2,747

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.29 MNT 15.4K

$2.01 MNT 7,171

$14.32 MNT 51.2K

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.03 MNT 3,694

$0.78 MNT 2,780

$1.12 MNT 3,987

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$21.9K MNT 78.2M

$17.7K MNT 63.2M

$29.6K MNT 105.6M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$16.5K MNT 59.1M

$13.5K MNT 48.2M

$24.0K MNT 85.7M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$72.9 MNT 260.7K

$59.0 MNT 210.9K

$111 MNT 398.3K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$7.20 MNT 25.7K

$4.87 MNT 17.4K

$8.61 MNT 30.8K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$14.64 MNT 52.3K

$8.92 MNT 31.9K

$23.77 MNT 85.0K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$48.98 MNT 175.1K

$29.03 MNT 103.8K

$87.1 MNT 311.3K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.87 MNT 46.0K

$4.47 MNT 16.0K

$17.91 MNT 64.0K

Cinema Ticket

$3.63 MNT 13.0K

$3.02 MNT 10.8K

$5.44 MNT 19.5K

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$176 MNT 629.4K

$103 MNT 367.1K

$293 MNT 1.0M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,619 MNT 23.7M

$2,677 MNT 9.6M

$11.9K MNT 42.5M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$75.3 MNT 269.1K

$19.29 MNT 69.0K

$145 MNT 519.9K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$61.4 MNT 219.5K

$19.27 MNT 68.9K

$88.9 MNT 317.9K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.4 MNT 355.4K

$74.0 MNT 264.3K

$148 MNT 528.7K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$132 MNT 472.5K

$59.6 MNT 213.0K

$238 MNT 851.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$492 MNT 1.8M

$360 MNT 1.3M

$600 MNT 2.1M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$368 MNT 1.3M

$177 MNT 631.2K

$589 MNT 2.1M

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,331 MNT 4.8M

$590 MNT 2.1M

$2,063 MNT 7.4M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$737 MNT 2.6M

$445 MNT 1.6M

$890 MNT 3.2M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,768 MNT 6.3M

$1,390 MNT 5.0M

$2,475 MNT 8.8M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$939 MNT 3.4M

$898 MNT 3.2M

$1,057 MNT 3.8M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$561 MNT 2.0M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: April 14, 2026

By City in Mongolia

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Darkhan	74738	33	$617	$660	$1,237	$1,521	113.78	84.27
2	Erdenet	86866	31	$444	$625	$1,029	$1,113	144.63	98.19
3	Hovd	28601						120.89	49.46
4	Mandalgovi	10888	24	$355	$478	$813	$1,049	148.82	65.34
5	Nalaikh	30049	48	$580	$970	$1,342	$2,107	88.13	45.3
6	Ulaanbaatar	1401200	57	$656	$1,125	$1,570	$2,396	177.01	95.95

Mongolia Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Mongolia - Frequently Asked Questions

For many, Cost of Living in Mongolia offers a compelling balance of space, culture, and practical everyday life. The country often presents lower daily costs for basics when you lean on local markets, public services, and mid-range housing, especially outside the capital. You’ll find affordable meals if you shop and eat where locals do, along with options for shared or longer-term housing that help stabilize expenses. Seasonal logistics – like travel to rural areas or winter gear – can affect your budget but also enrich the experience. The lifestyle tends to reward simplicity, outdoor activity, and community networks, which digital nomads and expats value for longer stays. Tip: Build a flexible budget with longer stays in mind and test different neighborhoods.

Housing options range from modern apartments to traditional ger layouts, with price and convenience depending on neighborhood and distance from the city center. For groceries, local markets and fresh dairy are staples, while international staples appear more in larger shops. Getting around usually happens by bus, taxi, or rideshare-like apps, with longer trips by train or domestic flight if you venture to the countryside. Co-working spaces exist in major centers, making it easy to set up a temporary office. When errands or shopping, go earlier in the day and bring cash, as some places still rely on cash-only payments. Understanding Mongolia living cost helps you pick neighborhoods and plan daily errands. Tip: Start with a short visit to a few neighborhoods to compare pace, noise, and safety.

Quality of life in Mongolia hinges on pace, access to nature, and social connections. To budget well, use a simple framework that allocates housing, food, transport, and leisure by priority rather than fixed categories, leaving a cushion for trips or emergencies. In winter, heating and indoor comforts rise, while summers offer milder days and outdoor markets. Neighborhood fit depends on your vibe: compact central areas suit work and nightlife, while outer districts or rural pockets suit quiet and space. Embrace local services, learn a few phrases, and shop in markets to maximize value. Tip: Build season-aware routines, track small recurring costs, and rotate neighborhoods to test what feels most livable.