Cost of Living & Prices:
Nepal vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Nepal vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 3.67 times less for grocery shopping in Nepal than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.17 USD in Nepal and 5.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 62.8% lower in Nepal.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 0.95 USD in Nepal and 2.39 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 60.3% lower in Nepal.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 3.83 USD in Nepal and 20.99 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 81.8% lower in Nepal.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 7.4 USD in Nepal and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 58.9% lower in Nepal.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 3.13 USD in Nepal and 17.42 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 82% lower in Nepal.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 2.96 USD in Nepal and 16 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 81.5% lower in Nepal.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 2.12 USD in Nepal and 3.21 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 34% lower in Nepal.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 1.49 USD for 12 eggs in Nepal and 4.74 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 68.6% lower in Nepal.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 3.04 USD in Nepal and 3.93 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 22.6% lower in Nepal.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 0.3 USD in Nepal and 2.84 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 89.4% lower in Nepal.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 0.49 USD in Nepal and 4.27 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 88.5% lower in Nepal.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 7.67 USD in Nepal and 16.71 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 54.1% lower in Nepal.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 0.75 USD in Nepal and 1.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 40% lower in Nepal.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 0.6 USD in Nepal and 3.9 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 84.6% lower in Nepal.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 1.27 USD in Nepal and 5.33 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 76.2% lower in Nepal.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 0.48 USD in Nepal and 4.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 88.7% lower in Nepal.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 0.81 USD in Nepal and 8.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 90.1% lower in Nepal.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 0.66 USD in Nepal and 6.25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 89.4% lower in Nepal.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 0.24 USD in Nepal and 2.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 90.4% lower in Nepal.
Restaurant
Nepal vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 4.18 times less for meals in restaurants in Nepal than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 1.5 USD in Nepal and 5.22 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.3% lower in Nepal.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 0.44 USD in Nepal and 2.8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 84.3% lower in Nepal.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 2.29 USD in Nepal and 8 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.4% lower in Nepal.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.96 USD in Nepal and 10 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 70.4% lower in Nepal.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 7.4 USD in Nepal and 12 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 38.3% lower in Nepal.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 22.21 USD in Nepal and 100 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 77.8% lower in Nepal.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 2.59 USD in Nepal and 25 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 89.6% lower in Nepal.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 0.18 USD in Nepal and 2.2 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 91.8% lower in Nepal.
Fuel
Nepal vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.22 times more for fuel in Nepal than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.1 USD in Nepal and 0.95 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 13.6% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.18 USD in Nepal and 0.92 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 22% lower in the United States.
Transportation
Nepal vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 11.95 times less for transportation in Nepal than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 7.59 USD in Nepal and 129 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 94.1% lower in Nepal.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 0.19 USD in Nepal and 2.75 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 93.1% lower in Nepal.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 3.7 USD in Nepal and 30 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 87.7% lower in Nepal.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 0.74 USD in Nepal and 1.86 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 60.2% lower in Nepal.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 1.85 USD in Nepal and 4.5 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 58.9% lower in Nepal.
Sports & entertainment
Nepal vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 3.7 USD in Nepal and 18 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 79.4% lower in Nepal.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 27.73 USD in Nepal and 98.26 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 71.8% lower in Nepal.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 7.83 USD in Nepal and 38 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 79.4% lower in Nepal.
Flats for rent
Nepal vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 19.32 times less for renting an apartment in Nepal than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 179.59 USD in Nepal and 3800 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 95.3% lower in Nepal.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 113.55 USD in Nepal and 2380 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 95.2% lower in Nepal.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 378.41 USD in Nepal and 7094 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 94.7% lower in Nepal.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 228.05 USD in Nepal and 4107 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 94.4% lower in Nepal.
Flats for sale
Nepal vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 8.65 times less for buying an apartment in Nepal than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 1828 USD in Nepal and 14278 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 87.2% lower in Nepal.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 896.27 USD in Nepal and 9275 USD in the United States. The price of this product is 90.3% lower in Nepal.
Salary
Nepal vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Nepal is 31.56 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 189.99 USD in Nepal and 5997 USD in the United States. The average salary is 96.8% lower in Nepal.
Hotels
Nepal vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Nov 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Nov 2024) • Nepal: 20 cities, 553 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3575 hotels