Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
#1900
,
Nomad Score:
61%
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 |
$15.00
$40.00
$2.00
|
Daily SIM/data or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$80.00
$250.00
$10.00
|
Mostly meals out, minimal groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$20.00
$80.00
$5.00
|
Daily local transport or scooter rental |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$25.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Daily meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily tours, surfing, or cultural activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$15.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Travel insurance daily cost estimate |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Expats monthly average for visa renewals |
| Total |
$315.00
$1,640.00
$90.00
|
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)
$180.00
Varies by neighborhood. Beachfront and popular surf areas tend to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local cafes and street vendors offer cheaper options.
per cup