Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$120.00
$650.00
$35.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or 2-star hotels |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$25.00
$60.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$10.00
$30.00
$1.50
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and data packages |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$80.00
$250.00
$5.00
|
Daily average for meals if self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$15.00
$60.00
$3.00
|
Daily average for taxis, scooters, or local buses |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$30.00
$300.00
$15.00
|
Daily average for meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily average for tours, beach activities, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$5.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Typically covered by travel insurance, not included here |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for visa extensions or legal paperwork |
| Total |
$295.00
$1,595.00
$67.50
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$180.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center and beach-facing apartments tend to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$0.90
Specialty coffee shops charge around $1.00-$1.20. Local cafes and street vendors offer cheaper options.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.50
Local beers are cheaper; imported brands cost more. Prices rise slightly during tourist season.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.00
Local eateries offer meals at this price; tourist areas may charge 10-20% more.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$3.50
Includes local fast food chains and international brands; prices slightly higher near tourist spots.
per meal