Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$250.00
$1,200.00
$60.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in guesthouses or small hotels |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$80.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$40.00
$80.00
$5.00
|
Daily SIM/data packages or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$400.00
$15.00
|
Mostly meals eaten out, some snacks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$30.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Taxi or scooter rental daily |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$40.00
$350.00
$25.00
|
Daily meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$20.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Tours, beach activities, cultural visits |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.00
$200.00
$15.00
|
Short-term travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Tourists typically pay on arrival or online; locals exempt |
| Total |
$635.00
$2,630.00
$140.00
|
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)
$450.00
Limited housing stock in Yaren; prices stable year-round. Central locations slightly pricier.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.50
Local cafes offer standard coffee; specialty options are rare and slightly more expensive.
per cup