Cost of Living in Mongolia - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Mongolia
Address: MN

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.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$4.61 MNT 15.2K

$3.46 MNT 11.4K

$5.77 MNT 19.0K

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$28.13 MNT 92.7K

$17.31 MNT 57.1K

$72.1 MNT 237.8K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.37 MNT 17.7K

$4.77 MNT 15.7K

$6.26 MNT 20.6K

Cappuccino

$2.58 MNT 8,512

$1.93 MNT 6,376

$3.57 MNT 11.8K

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

$0.74 MNT 2,442

$0.62 MNT 2,030

$1.07 MNT 3,543

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.45 MNT 1,481

$0.28 MNT 934

$0.72 MNT 2,382

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.95 MNT 6,415

$1.05 MNT 3,459

$4.49 MNT 14.8K

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.31 MNT 7,614

$1.44 MNT 4,763

$2.89 MNT 9,525

Milk (1 liter)

$1.44 MNT 4,757

$1.05 MNT 3,475

$1.66 MNT 5,466

White Bread (500g)

$0.90 MNT 2,951

$0.71 MNT 2,348

$1.33 MNT 4,379

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.95 MNT 6,422

$1.06 MNT 3,482

$3.01 MNT 9,938

Eggs

$2.16 MNT 7,107

$1.65 MNT 5,431

$2.51 MNT 8,281

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.57 MNT 44.7K

$7.49 MNT 24.7K

$34.32 MNT 113.1K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.45 MNT 18.0K

$1.79 MNT 5,910

$8.94 MNT 29.5K

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$5.42 MNT 17.9K

$4.33 MNT 14.3K

$8.37 MNT 27.6K

Apples (1kg)

$2.92 MNT 9,610

$1.87 MNT 6,180

$3.82 MNT 12.6K

Banana (1kg)

$2.50 MNT 8,236

$1.79 MNT 5,902

$3.57 MNT 11.8K

Oranges (1kg)

$3.83 MNT 12.6K

$1.79 MNT 5,896

$6.54 MNT 21.6K

Tomato (1kg)

$2.71 MNT 8,925

$1.06 MNT 3,482

$3.62 MNT 11.9K

Potato (1kg)

$0.69 MNT 2,281

$0.30 MNT 973

$1.50 MNT 4,930

Onion (1kg)

$0.96 MNT 3,181

$0.72 MNT 2,378

$1.43 MNT 4,723

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.07 MNT 3,511

$0.58 MNT 1,900

$2.30 MNT 7,570

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.70 MNT 2,292

$0.34 MNT 1,114

$0.99 MNT 3,280

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.75 MNT 5,757

$1.45 MNT 4,781

$2.90 MNT 9,562

Wine (Bottle)

$8.85 MNT 29.2K

$5.71 MNT 18.8K

$11.43 MNT 37.7K

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.31 MNT 4,321

$0.86 MNT 2,847

$1.80 MNT 5,929

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.65 MNT 5,423

$1.31 MNT 4,313

$2.19 MNT 7,220

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.21 MNT 706

$0.17 MNT 558

$0.33 MNT 1,078

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$7.82 MNT 25.8K

$4.46 MNT 14.7K

$14.89 MNT 49.1K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.60 MNT 1,980

$0.30 MNT 973

$0.75 MNT 2,483

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.58 MNT 1,907

$0.43 MNT 1,422

$0.73 MNT 2,392

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$4.39 MNT 14.5K

$2.05 MNT 6,760

$14.64 MNT 48.3K

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.03 MNT 3,398

$0.78 MNT 2,557

$1.11 MNT 3,667

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

$21.8K MNT 71.8M

$17.6K MNT 58.0M

$29.4K MNT 97.0M

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

$15.9K MNT 52.6M

$13.0K MNT 42.9M

$23.1K MNT 76.2M

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

$72.2 MNT 238.0K

$58.4 MNT 192.5K

$110 MNT 363.7K

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

$7.30 MNT 24.1K

$4.94 MNT 16.3K

$8.72 MNT 28.7K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$14.78 MNT 48.7K

$9.00 MNT 29.7K

$24.00 MNT 79.1K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$49.08 MNT 161.8K

$29.09 MNT 95.9K

$87.3 MNT 287.6K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.63 MNT 41.6K

$4.39 MNT 14.5K

$17.58 MNT 57.9K

Cinema Ticket

$3.55 MNT 11.7K

$2.95 MNT 9,736

$5.32 MNT 17.6K

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

$175 MNT 577.3K

$102 MNT 336.8K

$292 MNT 962.2K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,528 MNT 21.5M

$2,640 MNT 8.7M

$11.7K MNT 38.7M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$74.4 MNT 245.4K

$19.08 MNT 62.9K

$144 MNT 474.2K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$60.3 MNT 198.9K

$18.94 MNT 62.4K

$87.4 MNT 288.1K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$98.0 MNT 323.0K

$72.9 MNT 240.3K

$146 MNT 480.6K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$132 MNT 433.9K

$59.3 MNT 195.6K

$237 MNT 782.2K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$489 MNT 1.6M

$358 MNT 1.2M

$596 MNT 2.0M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$364 MNT 1.2M

$175 MNT 576.6K

$583 MNT 1.9M

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,338 MNT 4.4M

$593 MNT 2.0M

$2,075 MNT 6.8M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$726 MNT 2.4M

$438 MNT 1.4M

$876 MNT 2.9M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,682 MNT 5.5M

$1,427 MNT 4.7M

$2,283 MNT 7.5M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$916 MNT 3.0M

$791 MNT 2.6M

$988 MNT 3.3M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$557 MNT 1.8M

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

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

Last update: January 18, 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	$622	$657	$1,376	$1,465	189.87	72.46
2	Erdenet	86866	31	$480	$625	$1,203	$1,096	52.58	78.78
3	Hovd	28601						36.43	44.18
4	Mandalgovi	10888	24	$317	$474	$902	$1,031	131.04	44.8
5	Nalaikh	30049	48	$524	$972	$1,290	$2,099	117.53	65.88
6	Ulaanbaatar	1401200	57	$659	$1,129	$1,554	$2,446	173.72	92.69

Mongolia Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

104

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

Mbps

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.