Cost of Living in Kone
For one person, living costs in Kone are estimated at $449 a month, including rent and utilities – 81% below the national average. Rent and utilities take more than a third of the total.
How much you'll spend in Kone
Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Kone actually costs, broken down by who's living it.
Living costs for one person come to about $449 monthly including rent, or $279 excluding housing.
Estimated monthly costs for a couple: $672 with rent, or $502 without housing.
Monthly costs for a family of three come to about $895 including rent, or $725 for daily expenses alone.
Kone sits about 68% below the global median. Within Oceania, costs are well below average (76% lower) – one of the most affordable options in the region.
CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.
Last update: October 11, 2026
Cost Breakdown
Average take-home pay sits at $2,826, while typical expenses reach $449. This leaves solid room for saving and lifestyle spending.
Expect to spend about $47.00 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant costs roughly $52.0 for two – broadly in line with the Oceanian average.
Cost Highlights
Kone has the 7th cheapest family monthly cost (including rent) in Oceania
Kone has the 7th cheapest 1-bedroom apartment, city center in Oceania
Kone has the 9th cheapest monthly cost (excluding rent) in Oceania
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