Indonesia
Cost of Living in Jakarta
Monthly Total
$2,038
$35,665
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,150
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$30
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/14/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,150
$20,125
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$155
$2,713
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$245
$4,288
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$90
$1,575
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$193
$3,378
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$100
$1,750
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$2,038
$35,665
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Living in Jakarta
Jakarta living costs vary widely by neighborhood. Expatriate-focused areas like Kemang and Pondok Indah are pricier. Budget $1,500-2,500/month for comfortable expat lifestyle.
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