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Avg Score:5.6
Avg Cost:$2,444/mo

Arugam Bay, πŸ‡±πŸ‡° Sri Lanka Overview

ABOUT

Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka 🌴 is a laid-back surf town that can work for digital nomads seeking an affordable, beachy lifestyle. Expect relaxed vibes, stunning ocean views, and a small but growing remote-work scene. Wi‑Fi can be spotty, so it’s best for flexible workers who value nature, surfing, and a slower pace over big-city convenience. πŸŒŠπŸ’»

KEY STATS

Cost of Living $731/mo
Internet Speed Data unavailable
Weather Today 34°C / 26°C 🌧️
Timezone Asia/Colombo

KEY SCORES

Factor Score
πŸ’Έ Cost of Living 7.7
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity 3.9
πŸš€ Internet Speed 5.7
πŸ›‘οΈ Safety 7.5
β˜€οΈ Weather 7.3
🏠 Accommodation Cost 7.5
♀️ Female Friendly 6.8
✊ Racial Tolerance 7.0

HUB MOMENTUM

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QUICK COSTS

Item Cost
🏒 Apartment (1 bedroom) $447.46 per month
πŸ’» Coworking Space $53.69 per month
β˜• Coffee $0.75 per cup
🍺 Beer $1.04 per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive) $1.49 per meal
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass $8.95 per month
🧴 Mobile Plan $3.28 per month
πŸ’» Internet (60 Mbps+) $13.42 per month

VISITS (LAST 30 DAYS)

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# City Country Cost/mo Score Compare
1 Ella πŸ‡±πŸ‡° Sri Lanka $486/mo 6.0 Compare
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3 Dickwella πŸ‡±πŸ‡° Sri Lanka $2,276/mo 5.6 Compare
4 Haputale πŸ‡±πŸ‡° Sri Lanka $1,301/mo 5.2 Compare