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Ahangama, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
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Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$120.00
$600.00
$40.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$30.00
$70.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$10.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$80.00
$250.00
$10.00
|
Daily average for snacks and small purchases |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$20.00
$80.00
$5.00
|
Daily average for tuk-tuks and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$25.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Daily average for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$15.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily average for tours, beach activities, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$10.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered by travel insurance, not included here |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for visa renewals and permits |
| Total |
$310.00
$1,615.00
$85.00
|
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)
$150.00
Varies by neighborhood. Closer to beach or tourist areas can be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$0.80
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local cafes and street vendors offer cheaper options.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.50
Local beers are affordable; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.00
Local eateries offer cheaper meals; tourist spots may charge more.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$3.50
International fast food chains are limited; local fast food is cheaper.
per meal