Cost of Living in Myanmar - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Myanmar
Address: MM

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $524 (excluding rent), and $783 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,225 (excluding rent), and $2,070 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$2.05 MMK 3,863

$1.03 MMK 1,931

$3.08 MMK 5,794

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$19.15 MMK 36.0K

$9.96 MMK 18.7K

$39.82 MMK 74.9K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.05 MMK 9,490

$3.03 MMK 5,694

$6.56 MMK 12.3K

Cappuccino

$1.72 MMK 3,231

$1.02 MMK 1,923

$3.96 MMK 7,443

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.74 MMK 1,399

$0.49 MMK 920

$1.96 MMK 3,682

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.65 MMK 1,222

$0.48 MMK 912

$0.97 MMK 1,824

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$0.98 MMK 1,851

$0.49 MMK 926

$1.97 MMK 3,702

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.72 MMK 3,226

$0.98 MMK 1,843

$2.94 MMK 5,530

Milk (1 liter)

$1.71 MMK 3,215

$0.91 MMK 1,712

$2.53 MMK 4,756

White Bread (500g)

$1.18 MMK 2,212

$0.81 MMK 1,525

$2.53 MMK 4,767

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.41 MMK 2,660

$0.51 MMK 967

$2.97 MMK 5,580

Eggs

$1.61 MMK 3,036

$0.94 MMK 1,777

$2.95 MMK 5,553

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.92 MMK 14.9K

$5.84 MMK 11.0K

$38.92 MMK 73.2K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.52 MMK 12.3K

$2.16 MMK 4,056

$7.70 MMK 14.5K

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.66 MMK 14.4K

$2.14 MMK 4,033

$18.52 MMK 34.8K

Apples (1kg)

$4.27 MMK 8,038

$1.30 MMK 2,436

$7.75 MMK 14.6K

Banana (1kg)

$1.04 MMK 1,961

$0.84 MMK 1,576

$1.31 MMK 2,460

Oranges (1kg)

$2.61 MMK 4,916

$0.87 MMK 1,645

$9.72 MMK 18.3K

Tomato (1kg)

$2.56 MMK 4,815

$0.60 MMK 1,120

$4.96 MMK 9,331

Potato (1kg)

$2.16 MMK 4,070

$0.79 MMK 1,487

$3.95 MMK 7,434

Onion (1kg)

$1.14 MMK 2,139

$0.56 MMK 1,060

$2.05 MMK 3,855

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.93 MMK 1,754

$0.48 MMK 895

$1.45 MMK 2,720

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.28 MMK 523

$0.19 MMK 360

$0.67 MMK 1,261

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.60 MMK 3,003

$0.74 MMK 1,392

$1.98 MMK 3,717

Wine (Bottle)

$9.86 MMK 18.6K

$5.14 MMK 9,673

$17.49 MMK 32.9K

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.97 MMK 1,834

$0.52 MMK 986

$1.57 MMK 2,957

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.51 MMK 2,834

$0.81 MMK 1,522

$2.02 MMK 3,804

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.25 MMK 471

$0.15 MMK 275

$1.56 MMK 2,942

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$9.62 MMK 18.1K

$5.87 MMK 11.0K

$13.36 MMK 25.1K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.22 MMK 2,301

$0.73 MMK 1,380

$1.63 MMK 3,068

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.98 MMK 1,844

$0.80 MMK 1,512

$1.56 MMK 2,932

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$3.24 MMK 6,090

$2.72 MMK 5,116

$3.99 MMK 7,496

Gasoline (1 liter)

$9.41 MMK 17.7K

$0.79 MMK 1,481

$49.14 MMK 92.4K

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$35.5K MMK 66.7M

$32.4K MMK 61.0M

$41.5K MMK 78.1M

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$36.5K MMK 68.7M

$35.3K MMK 66.5M

$40.1K MMK 75.4M

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$59.3 MMK 111.5K

$27.93 MMK 52.5K

$101 MMK 189.5K

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$10.64 MMK 20.0K

$4.94 MMK 9,295

$14.83 MMK 27.9K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$29.44 MMK 55.4K

$20.20 MMK 38.0K

$50.5 MMK 95.0K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$52.6 MMK 99.0K

$13.89 MMK 26.1K

$129 MMK 242.5K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$10.18 MMK 19.1K

$4.19 MMK 7,886

$10.18 MMK 19.1K

Cinema Ticket

$2.61 MMK 4,916

$2.01 MMK 3,781

$3.86 MMK 7,260

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$346 MMK 650.5K

$237 MMK 446.2K

$581 MMK 1.1M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$10.8K MMK 20.3M

$5,730 MMK 10.8M

$15.0K MMK 28.3M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$41.40 MMK 77.9K

$19.78 MMK 37.2K

$129 MMK 241.8K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$57.3 MMK 107.8K

$15.02 MMK 28.2K

$81.9 MMK 154.1K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$77.7 MMK 146.1K

$49.83 MMK 93.7K

$128 MMK 239.9K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$124 MMK 232.3K

$24.44 MMK 46.0K

$182 MMK 342.7K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$479 MMK 901.3K

$250 MMK 469.7K

$999 MMK 1.9M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$209 MMK 393.5K

$121 MMK 228.5K

$304 MMK 571.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,059 MMK 2.0M

$799 MMK 1.5M

$1,499 MMK 2.8M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$788 MMK 1.5M

$395 MMK 741.9K

$1,184 MMK 2.2M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,844 MMK 3.5M

$814 MMK 1.5M

$2,807 MMK 5.3M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$378 MMK 711.7K

$202 MMK 379.8K

$2,787 MMK 5.2M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$258 MMK 485.1K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 20, 2026

By City in Myanmar

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Bogale	-		$442	$555	$1,235	$1,239	19.54	245.39
2	Kalemyo	-						174.66	21.39
3	Katha	-						275.86	65.86
4	Kyaiklat	52425						8.14	236.23
5	Mandalay	1208099		$220	$240	$564	$616	68.41	24.01
6	Mawlamyine	300000	32	$422	$638	$874	$1,234	224.03	16.56
7	Naypyidaw	1160242						58.13	24.71
8	Pathein	315600	41	$440	$822	$1,099	$2,149	156.54	29.43
9	Pyu	40386						196.35	34.58
10	Yangon (Rangoon)	5160512	40	$570	$792	$1,322	$2,235	172.31	36.44

Myanmar Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

156

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

245

Mbps

208

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Myanmar - Frequently Asked Questions

The Cost of Living in Myanmar tends to be lower in smaller towns and rural areas and a bit higher in major cities like Yangon or Mandalay, especially for Western-style rentals or coworking spaces. Value comes from local dining, street markets, and longer stays that unlock discounts. Short visits can stretch funds with public transport and basic guesthouses, while longer stays justify simpler, functional housing in neighborhoods with easy access to groceries and transit. Seasonal weather and regional travel patterns also shape bargains. Tip: compare neighborhoods, negotiate longer rental terms, and factor utilities into your budgeting plan.

Daily life centers on markets, tea houses, and practical transport. For housing, search in central or walkable districts; expect longer leases or local agents who arrange short-term sublets. Food ranges from vibrant street stalls to casual cafés, with great value in home-style meals. Local transport includes buses, trains, taxis, and ride-hailing apps, while bikes and motorbikes are common in smaller towns. If you work online, look for coworking spaces with steady power and reliable internet; errands go smoother with cash in small notes and a local SIM. Myanmar living cost varies by city, so plan a flexible monthly budget. Tip: build a practical cash-and-data plan that fits the rhythm of your city.

Quality of life in Myanmar hinges on choosing a neighborhood that suits your pace, climate, and access to amenities. A simple budgeting framework works well: allocate essentials (housing, food, transport) first, set aside a flexible cushion for unexpected costs, and treat leisure as a separate category. To save, consider longer stays in smaller towns, shop at local markets, and negotiate rent or rental inclusions. Seasonality affects travel and outdoor plans, so target outdoor routines in drier months and have backups during rainy spells. Good neighborhood fits balance walkability, safety, and proximity to co-working or cafes. Tip: test-drive a few areas before committing to a lease.