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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