Tehran, Iran

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Iran

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About Tehran, Iran

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$382

Family of 4 / mo

$959

Avg salary (after tax)

$409

Tehran, the capital of Iran , is a bustling city with a rich history and vibrant culture. Nestled at the foot of the Alborz Mountains, Tehran offers stunning views and a mix of modern and traditional architecture. The city is home to many museums, parks, and historical sites, making it a great place for both locals and tourists.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Men's Dress ShoesUSD $3,581
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $2,140
Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $1,687
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $6,633

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)20%
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $11,274

Food - Beverages

Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $37.77
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $73.85
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $42.44
Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $30.56
CappuccinoUSD $61.97

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $169.77
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $1,241
Fast Food ComboUSD $191

Food - Grocery

Beef Round (1 kg)USD $329.62
Apples (1 kg)USD $45.75
Bananas (1 kg)USD $54.16
Oranges (1 kg)USD $41.09
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $31.75
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $24.28
Onions (1 kg)USD $20.54
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $20.8
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $17.4
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $42.44
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $106.11
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $120.45
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $171.81
Dozen EggsUSD $52.21
White Rice (1 kg)USD $135.4
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $42.02
Milk (1 litre)USD $34.33

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $9,722
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $24,553
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $19,194
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $65,696
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $44,984
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $5,301

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $899.8
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $672.31
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $84.89
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $4,941
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $63,802

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $27.16
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $21.22
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $2,504,173
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $111.63
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $557.71
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $2,261,920
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $15.28

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $645.14
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $947.34