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Cost of Living in Cherthala - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $233 (excluding rent), and $298 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $452 (excluding rent), and $700 including rent.
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๐Ÿฝ Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$0.84 โ‚น76.1
$0.84 โ‚น76.1
$2.24 โ‚น204
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$9.62 โ‚น873
$5.65 โ‚น513
$22.63 โ‚น2,054
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$2.60 โ‚น236
$2.31 โ‚น210
$4.61 โ‚น419
Cappuccino
$1.15 โ‚น104
$0.80 โ‚น72.7
$2.53 โ‚น230
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.38 โ‚น34.24
$0.22 โ‚น20.19
$0.56 โ‚น50.9
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.16 โ‚น14.19
$0.13 โ‚น12.16
$0.26 โ‚น23.31
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$1.61 โ‚น146
$1.19 โ‚น108
$2.50 โ‚น227
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$2.80 โ‚น254
$2.03 โ‚น184
$5.36 โ‚น486
๐Ÿ›’ Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$0.58 โ‚น53.0
$0.47 โ‚น42.59
$0.78 โ‚น70.4
White Bread (500g)
$0.40 โ‚น36.16
$0.28 โ‚น25.57
$0.56 โ‚น51.2
Rice (white) (1kg)
$0.56 โ‚น50.9
$0.45 โ‚น41.27
$0.90 โ‚น81.7
Eggs
$0.81 โ‚น73.9
$0.68 โ‚น61.6
$0.95 โ‚น86.2
Local Cheese (1kg)
$5.12 โ‚น464
$2.29 โ‚น208
$18.28 โ‚น1,659
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$2.70 โ‚น245
$1.79 โ‚น163
$5.98 โ‚น543
Apples (1kg)
$2.61 โ‚น237
$1.72 โ‚น156
$3.44 โ‚น312
Banana (1kg)
$0.56 โ‚น51.0
$0.46 โ‚น41.32
$1.12 โ‚น102
Oranges (1kg)
$1.65 โ‚น150
$0.60 โ‚น54.2
$3.00 โ‚น272
Tomato (1kg)
$0.45 โ‚น40.65
$0.22 โ‚น19.89
$0.87 โ‚น78.7
Potato (1kg)
$0.47 โ‚น42.45
$0.22 โ‚น19.93
$0.67 โ‚น60.6
Onion (1kg)
$0.49 โ‚น44.17
$0.30 โ‚น27.26
$0.96 โ‚น87.4
Lettuce (1 head)
$0.43 โ‚น39.01
$0.13 โ‚น11.42
$0.98 โ‚น88.5
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.33 โ‚น29.87
$0.22 โ‚น20.20
$0.45 โ‚น41.29
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.13 โ‚น193
$2.13 โ‚น193
$4.74 โ‚น430
Wine (Bottle)
$1.95 โ‚น177
$1.95 โ‚น177
$7.87 โ‚น715
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.13 โ‚น102
$1.13 โ‚น102
$2.83 โ‚น257
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$1.78 โ‚น162
$1.78 โ‚น162
$5.36 โ‚น486
Buffalo Round (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) (1kg)
$4.50 โ‚น408
$2.07 โ‚น188
$9.21 โ‚น836
๐ŸšŒ Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.28 โ‚น25.08
$0.16 โ‚น14.70
$0.42 โ‚น38.05
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$8.83 โ‚น802
$3.54 โ‚น321
$9.42 โ‚น855
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$1.17 โ‚น107
$0.71 โ‚น64.3
$1.76 โ‚น160
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.30 โ‚น27.16
$0.20 โ‚น18.40
$0.55 โ‚น49.95
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$1.67 โ‚น152
$1.19 โ‚น108
$2.39 โ‚น217
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.17 โ‚น106
$1.15 โ‚น104
$1.25 โ‚น113
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$11.8K โ‚น1.1M
$8,823 โ‚น800.7K
$23.5K โ‚น2.1M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$16.2K โ‚น1.5M
$14.1K โ‚น1.3M
$25.9K โ‚น2.3M
๐Ÿงพ Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$23.12 โ‚น2,098
$17.34 โ‚น1,573
$40.46 โ‚น3,672
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$3.51 โ‚น319
$2.38 โ‚น216
$5.34 โ‚น485
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$4.65 โ‚น422
$2.87 โ‚น260
$11.51 โ‚น1,044
๐ŸŽ‰ Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$11.67 โ‚น1,059
$11.67 โ‚น1,059
$11.67 โ‚น1,059
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$7.17 โ‚น651
$2.97 โ‚น270
$9.50 โ‚น862
Cinema Ticket
$1.75 โ‚น159
$1.75 โ‚น159
$3.51 โ‚น319
๐Ÿงธ Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$57.7 โ‚น5,236
$29.06 โ‚น2,637
$116 โ‚น10.5K
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$1,550 โ‚น140.6K
$820 โ‚น74.4K
$2,928 โ‚น265.7K
๐Ÿ‘•๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$7.90 โ‚น717
$6.78 โ‚น615
$33.88 โ‚น3,074
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$9.24 โ‚น839
$5.77 โ‚น524
$25.43 โ‚น2,308
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$38.23 โ‚น3,469
$23.17 โ‚น2,103
$57.9 โ‚น5,256
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$15.42 โ‚น1,400
$11.42 โ‚น1,037
$45.70 โ‚น4,147
๐Ÿ  Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$124 โ‚น11.2K
$81.2 โ‚น7,371
$174 โ‚น15.8K
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$77.1 โ‚น6,996
$54.4 โ‚น4,940
$106 โ‚น9,612
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$272 โ‚น24.7K
$173 โ‚น15.7K
$363 โ‚น33.0K
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$181 โ‚น16.5K
$117 โ‚น10.6K
$234 โ‚น21.2K
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$1,027 โ‚น93.2K
$613 โ‚น55.6K
$1,027 โ‚น93.2K
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$550 โ‚น49.9K
$356 โ‚น32.3K
$550 โ‚น49.9K
๐Ÿ’ต Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$250 โ‚น22.7K
-
20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
9.36
8
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Last update: January 12, 2026

Cherthala Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Download
475
Mbps
Upload
21
Mbps
Latency
21
ms

Fixed Broadband

Download
42
Mbps
Upload
44
Mbps
Latency
5
ms
The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.
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Cost of Living in Cherthala - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Cherthala compare overall in terms of affordability for travelers, expats, and digital nomads?
In Cherthala, youโ€™ll notice affordability that suits practical budgeting for long stays. Cost of Living in Cherthala tends to be lower than Indiaโ€™s big cities, thanks to smaller rental markets, a laidโ€‘back pace, and abundant local produce. Youโ€™ll find budget-friendly homestays, guesthouses, and modest apartments in town centers and quieter neighborhoods. Daily expenses for food and transport are typically reasonable, particularly if you cook at home and use shared transport like buses or auto-rickshaws during daylight hours. Seasonal shifts and local markets influence prices, but you can plan ahead to stretch your rupee without sacrificing comfort. Tip: start with a neighborhood you like and test a week-long stay.
What does daily life look like in Cherthala: housing search, food options, transport, coworking, and errands?
Daily life in Cherthala is approachable for a range of budgets. Housing searches focus on modest apartments and homestays near town centers, with many options found via local networks and short-term listings. For food, youโ€™ll enjoy fresh Kerala fare at markets and affordable eateries, plus groceries you can cook at your stay. Local transport is flexible: buses, auto-rickshaws, and boat routes for river connections. If youโ€™re a digital nomad, check for cafรฉs with reliable Wiโ€‘Fi or consider a co-working space in a nearby town. Errands and healthcare are convenient thanks to walkable markets and clinics. Cherthala living cost appeals to those seeking steady costs without metro-style premiums. Tip: carry cash and a reusable bag.
What should you know about quality of life, budgeting frameworks, and seasonality to help you pick a neighborhood and plan your stay in Cherthala?
Quality of life in Cherthala comes with a steady pace and access to nature, making budgeting easier if you plan around seasonality. Use a simple framework: core necessities (housing, food, transport) v. discretionary travel and activities. In monsoon and festival seasons, expect changes in markets and transit, so build a small buffer. For neighborhood fit, look for areas near canals or the railway, balancing quiet streets with easy access to shops and clinics. Save by cooking at home, buying in bulk at local markets, and using public transport instead of rideshares for short hops. Tip: time your longer stays to explore nearby backwaters and landmarks during shoulder seasons when fewer crowds drop prices.
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