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Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
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Nomad Score:
65%
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
$3.00
|
Prepaid SIM or WiFi daily pass |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$80.00
$250.00
$10.00
|
Mostly eating out, minimal groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$20.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Local tuk-tuks and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$25.00
$300.00
$20.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$10.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Tours, beach activities, cultural events |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$15.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Travel insurance daily rate |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$0.00
|
Visa fees usually one-time, averaged monthly |
| Total |
$315.00
$1,595.00
$91.00
|
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)
$180.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.00
Local beers are affordable; imported beers cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$2.50
Local eateries offer cheaper meals; tourist spots are pricier.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$4.00
Includes popular chains and local fast food options.
per meal