Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$120.00
$450.00
$25.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or budget hotels |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$20.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$8.00
$25.00
$1.00
|
Prepaid SIM and data plans |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$60.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Mostly eating out, minimal groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Local taxis and occasional rentals |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$25.00
$180.00
$10.00
|
Mostly restaurants, mix of local and tourist spots |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$60.00
$7.00
|
Entry fees, guided tours, cultural events |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$5.00
$100.00
$3.00
|
Travel insurance coverage |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$15.00
$0.00
|
Visa fees typically one-time, averaged monthly |
| Total |
$263.00
$1,070.00
$54.00
|
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)
$150.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher due to limited availability and tourism demand.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local cafes and chai stalls offer cheaper options.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.50
Limited availability; prices higher due to transportation costs and local taxes.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.00
Local eateries offer affordable meals; prices may rise slightly during tourist season.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$3.50
Includes local fast food chains; international chains are rare and more expensive.
per meal
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.30
Additional per km charge; longer trips may have negotiated rates.
per km