Mandalgovi, Mongolia, Mongolia — cost of living
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Mandalgovi, Mongolia

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Mandalgovi, Mongolia

About Mandalgovi, Mongolia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$326
Family of 4 / mo
$834
Avg salary (after tax)
$214

Mandalgovi is a small but charming city in Mongolia , located about 200 kilometers southeast of the capital, Ulaanbaatar. It is the capital of the Dundgovi Province and is known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional Mongolian culture. The city is surrounded by vast open plains and rolling hills, making it a great place for outdoor activities like hiking and horseback riding.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Mandalgovi· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $29.34
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $67.71
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $54.17
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $24.83

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)6%
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $225.7

Food - Beverages

  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $2.26
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $2.94
  • CappuccinoUSD $2.94
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.82
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.45

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $6.44
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $20.32
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $4.07

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.65
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.02
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $2.03
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.6
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.58
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $1.62
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.58
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.4
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $10.28
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $6.18
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $7.05
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.6
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $3.39
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $2.92
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $0.59
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.3
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.48

Housing

  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $338.55
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $203.12
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $88.06
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $79.68
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $157.99
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $112.85

Leisure

  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $3.61
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $157.99
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $9,479
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $6.78
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $45.13

Transportation

  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.45
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $20,313
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $25,955
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $4.07
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $0.72

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $16.25
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $63.19

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