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Cost of Living in Mongolia - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $594 (excluding rent), and $1,041 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,397 (excluding rent), and $2,179 including rent.
Currency
🍽 Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$4.61 MNT 16.6K
$3.46 MNT 12.4K
$5.77 MNT 20.7K
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$28.13 MNT 101.1K
$17.31 MNT 62.2K
$72.1 MNT 259.3K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$5.37 MNT 19.3K
$4.77 MNT 17.2K
$6.26 MNT 22.5K
Cappuccino
$2.58 MNT 9,284
$1.93 MNT 6,954
$3.57 MNT 12.9K
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.74 MNT 2,664
$0.62 MNT 2,214
$1.07 MNT 3,864
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.45 MNT 1,615
$0.28 MNT 1,018
$0.72 MNT 2,598
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.95 MNT 6,997
$1.05 MNT 3,773
$4.49 MNT 16.2K
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.31 MNT 8,304
$1.44 MNT 5,194
$2.89 MNT 10.4K
🛒 Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.44 MNT 5,189
$1.05 MNT 3,790
$1.66 MNT 5,962
White Bread (500g)
$0.90 MNT 3,219
$0.71 MNT 2,561
$1.33 MNT 4,776
Rice (white) (1kg)
$1.95 MNT 7,005
$1.06 MNT 3,797
$3.01 MNT 10.8K
Eggs
$2.16 MNT 7,752
$1.65 MNT 5,924
$2.51 MNT 9,032
Local Cheese (1kg)
$13.57 MNT 48.8K
$7.49 MNT 26.9K
$34.32 MNT 123.4K
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$5.45 MNT 19.6K
$1.79 MNT 6,446
$8.94 MNT 32.2K
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$5.42 MNT 19.5K
$4.33 MNT 15.6K
$8.37 MNT 30.1K
Apples (1kg)
$2.92 MNT 10.5K
$1.87 MNT 6,740
$3.82 MNT 13.7K
Banana (1kg)
$2.50 MNT 8,982
$1.79 MNT 6,437
$3.57 MNT 12.8K
Oranges (1kg)
$3.83 MNT 13.8K
$1.79 MNT 6,431
$6.54 MNT 23.5K
Tomato (1kg)
$2.71 MNT 9,734
$1.06 MNT 3,798
$3.62 MNT 13.0K
Potato (1kg)
$0.69 MNT 2,488
$0.30 MNT 1,061
$1.50 MNT 5,378
Onion (1kg)
$0.96 MNT 3,469
$0.72 MNT 2,593
$1.43 MNT 5,151
Lettuce (1 head)
$1.07 MNT 3,829
$0.58 MNT 2,073
$2.30 MNT 8,256
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.70 MNT 2,500
$0.34 MNT 1,215
$0.99 MNT 3,577
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$1.75 MNT 6,279
$1.45 MNT 5,215
$2.90 MNT 10.4K
Wine (Bottle)
$8.85 MNT 31.8K
$5.71 MNT 20.5K
$11.43 MNT 41.1K
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.31 MNT 4,713
$0.86 MNT 3,106
$1.80 MNT 6,467
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.65 MNT 5,915
$1.31 MNT 4,704
$2.19 MNT 7,875
🚌 Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.21 MNT 771
$0.17 MNT 608
$0.33 MNT 1,176
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$7.82 MNT 28.1K
$4.46 MNT 16.0K
$14.89 MNT 53.5K
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.60 MNT 2,160
$0.30 MNT 1,061
$0.75 MNT 2,709
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.58 MNT 2,080
$0.43 MNT 1,551
$0.73 MNT 2,609
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$4.39 MNT 15.8K
$2.05 MNT 7,373
$14.64 MNT 52.6K
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.03 MNT 3,706
$0.78 MNT 2,788
$1.11 MNT 3,999
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$21.8K MNT 78.3M
$17.6K MNT 63.3M
$29.4K MNT 105.8M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$15.9K MNT 57.3M
$13.0K MNT 46.7M
$23.1K MNT 83.1M
🧾 Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$72.2 MNT 259.6K
$58.4 MNT 210.0K
$110 MNT 396.7K
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$7.30 MNT 26.2K
$4.94 MNT 17.7K
$8.72 MNT 31.3K
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$14.78 MNT 53.1K
$9.00 MNT 32.4K
$24.00 MNT 86.3K
🎉 Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$49.08 MNT 176.5K
$29.09 MNT 104.6K
$87.3 MNT 313.7K
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$12.63 MNT 45.4K
$4.39 MNT 15.8K
$17.58 MNT 63.2K
Cinema Ticket
$3.55 MNT 12.7K
$2.95 MNT 10.6K
$5.32 MNT 19.1K
🧸 Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$175 MNT 629.6K
$102 MNT 367.3K
$292 MNT 1.0M
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$6,528 MNT 23.5M
$2,640 MNT 9.5M
$11.7K MNT 42.2M
👕👟 Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$74.4 MNT 267.7K
$19.08 MNT 68.6K
$144 MNT 517.2K
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$60.3 MNT 216.9K
$18.94 MNT 68.1K
$87.4 MNT 314.2K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$98.0 MNT 352.3K
$72.9 MNT 262.1K
$146 MNT 524.2K
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$132 MNT 473.2K
$59.3 MNT 213.3K
$237 MNT 853.1K
🏠 Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$489 MNT 1.8M
$358 MNT 1.3M
$596 MNT 2.1M
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$364 MNT 1.3M
$175 MNT 628.9K
$583 MNT 2.1M
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$1,338 MNT 4.8M
$593 MNT 2.1M
$2,075 MNT 7.5M
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$726 MNT 2.6M
$438 MNT 1.6M
$876 MNT 3.1M
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$1,682 MNT 6.0M
$1,427 MNT 5.1M
$2,283 MNT 8.2M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$916 MNT 3.3M
$791 MNT 2.8M
$988 MNT 3.6M
💵 Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$557 MNT 2.0M
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
6
5
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CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 18, 2026

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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
74738
33 $622 $657 $1,376 $1,465
189.87
72.46
2
86866
31 $480 $625 $1,203 $1,096
52.58
78.78
3
28601
36.43
44.18
4
10888
24 $317 $474 $902 $1,031
131.04
44.8
5
30049
48 $524 $972 $1,290 $2,099
117.53
65.88
6
1401200
57 $659 $1,129 $1,554 $2,446
173.72
92.69
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Cost of Living in Mongolia - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mongolia considered a good value for travelers, expats, and digital nomads, and how does it compare to similar destinations?
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.
What does daily life look like in Mongolia, from housing searches to getting groceries, meals, and getting around, for long stays?
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.
What factors influence quality of life and how can you budget effectively, adapt to seasons, and pick a neighborhood that fits your rhythm in Mongolia?
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.

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