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Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$350.00
$1,200.00
$80.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or small hotels |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$75.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$40.00
$70.00
$5.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost assuming some self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$50.00
$120.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for local buses, taxis, or scooter rentals |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$450.00
$25.00
|
Daily cost for meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for tours, excursions, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$40.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance, not included here |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for visa renewals or legal paperwork |
| Total |
$795.00
$2,790.00
$155.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$650.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$3.00
Local beers are generally affordable; imported beers cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$7.00
Local eateries offer affordable meals; tourist areas may charge more.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$8.50
Includes local fast food chains; international chains are rare.
per meal