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 4,275

$1.03 MMK 2,137

$3.08 MMK 6,412

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$19.15 MMK 39.8K

$9.96 MMK 20.7K

$39.82 MMK 82.9K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$5.05 MMK 10.5K

$3.03 MMK 6,301

$6.56 MMK 13.7K

Cappuccino

$1.72 MMK 3,575

$1.02 MMK 2,128

$3.96 MMK 8,236

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

$0.74 MMK 1,548

$0.49 MMK 1,018

$1.96 MMK 4,074

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.65 MMK 1,353

$0.48 MMK 1,009

$0.97 MMK 2,019

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$0.98 MMK 2,048

$0.49 MMK 1,024

$1.97 MMK 4,097

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.72 MMK 3,570

$0.98 MMK 2,040

$2.94 MMK 6,119

Milk (1 liter)

$1.71 MMK 3,557

$0.91 MMK 1,894

$2.53 MMK 5,262

White Bread (500g)

$1.18 MMK 2,447

$0.81 MMK 1,688

$2.53 MMK 5,275

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.41 MMK 2,943

$0.51 MMK 1,070

$2.97 MMK 6,175

Eggs

$1.61 MMK 3,359

$0.94 MMK 1,966

$2.95 MMK 6,145

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.92 MMK 16.5K

$5.84 MMK 12.2K

$38.92 MMK 81.0K

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.52 MMK 13.6K

$2.16 MMK 4,489

$7.70 MMK 16.0K

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.66 MMK 15.9K

$2.14 MMK 4,462

$18.52 MMK 38.5K

Apples (1kg)

$4.27 MMK 8,895

$1.30 MMK 2,695

$7.75 MMK 16.1K

Banana (1kg)

$1.04 MMK 2,170

$0.84 MMK 1,744

$1.31 MMK 2,723

Oranges (1kg)

$2.61 MMK 5,439

$0.87 MMK 1,820

$9.72 MMK 20.2K

Tomato (1kg)

$2.56 MMK 5,328

$0.60 MMK 1,239

$4.96 MMK 10.3K

Potato (1kg)

$2.16 MMK 4,504

$0.79 MMK 1,645

$3.95 MMK 8,227

Onion (1kg)

$1.14 MMK 2,367

$0.56 MMK 1,173

$2.05 MMK 4,266

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.93 MMK 1,941

$0.48 MMK 990

$1.45 MMK 3,010

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.28 MMK 578

$0.19 MMK 399

$0.67 MMK 1,396

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$1.60 MMK 3,323

$0.74 MMK 1,540

$1.98 MMK 4,113

Wine (Bottle)

$9.86 MMK 20.5K

$5.14 MMK 10.7K

$17.49 MMK 36.4K

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$0.97 MMK 2,029

$0.52 MMK 1,091

$1.57 MMK 3,273

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.51 MMK 3,136

$0.81 MMK 1,684

$2.02 MMK 4,210

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.25 MMK 521

$0.15 MMK 304

$1.56 MMK 3,256

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$9.62 MMK 20.0K

$5.87 MMK 12.2K

$13.36 MMK 27.8K

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.22 MMK 2,546

$0.73 MMK 1,528

$1.63 MMK 3,395

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.98 MMK 2,040

$0.80 MMK 1,673

$1.56 MMK 3,244

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$3.24 MMK 6,740

$2.72 MMK 5,661

$3.99 MMK 8,295

Gasoline (1 liter)

$9.41 MMK 19.6K

$0.79 MMK 1,639

$49.14 MMK 102.3K

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

$35.5K MMK 73.9M

$32.4K MMK 67.5M

$41.5K MMK 86.5M

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

$36.5K MMK 76.0M

$35.3K MMK 73.6M

$40.1K MMK 83.4M

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

$59.3 MMK 123.3K

$27.93 MMK 58.1K

$101 MMK 209.7K

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

$10.64 MMK 22.1K

$4.94 MMK 10.3K

$14.83 MMK 30.9K

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$29.44 MMK 61.3K

$20.20 MMK 42.0K

$50.5 MMK 105.1K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$52.6 MMK 109.5K

$13.89 MMK 28.9K

$129 MMK 268.3K

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$10.18 MMK 21.2K

$4.19 MMK 8,727

$10.18 MMK 21.2K

Cinema Ticket

$2.61 MMK 5,440

$2.01 MMK 4,184

$3.86 MMK 8,034

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

$346 MMK 719.9K

$237 MMK 493.7K

$581 MMK 1.2M

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$10.8K MMK 22.5M

$5,730 MMK 11.9M

$15.0K MMK 31.3M

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$41.40 MMK 86.2K

$19.78 MMK 41.2K

$129 MMK 267.6K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$57.3 MMK 119.3K

$15.02 MMK 31.3K

$81.9 MMK 170.5K

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$77.7 MMK 161.7K

$49.83 MMK 103.7K

$128 MMK 265.5K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$124 MMK 257.1K

$24.44 MMK 50.9K

$182 MMK 379.3K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$479 MMK 997.3K

$250 MMK 519.8K

$999 MMK 2.1M

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$209 MMK 435.4K

$121 MMK 252.8K

$304 MMK 632.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,059 MMK 2.2M

$799 MMK 1.7M

$1,499 MMK 3.1M

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$788 MMK 1.6M

$395 MMK 821.0K

$1,184 MMK 2.5M

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,844 MMK 3.8M

$814 MMK 1.7M

$2,807 MMK 5.8M

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$378 MMK 787.5K

$202 MMK 420.3K

$2,787 MMK 5.8M

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$258 MMK 536.8K

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.