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Cost of Living in Surabaya - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $476 (excluding rent), and $692 including rent.
Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,058 (excluding rent), and $1,554 including rent.
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๐Ÿฝ Eating Out
Cost
Range
Meal at Budget Restaurant
$1.57 Rpย 26.5K
$0.94 Rpย 15.8K
$3.12 Rpย 52.8K
Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range
$12.13 Rpย 205.3K
$10.30 Rpย 174.4K
$24.25 Rpย 410.4K
Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)
$3.15 Rpย 53.3K
$2.71 Rpย 45.8K
$4.41 Rpย 74.7K
Cappuccino
$1.72 Rpย 29.1K
$0.81 Rpย 13.6K
$2.98 Rpย 50.4K
Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.64 Rpย 10.9K
$0.32 Rpย 5,354
$1.26 Rpย 21.2K
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
$0.26 Rpย 4,386
$0.17 Rpย 2,924
$0.59 Rpย 9,908
Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)
$2.51 Rpย 42.4K
$1.88 Rpย 31.7K
$5.90 Rpย 99.9K
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.97 Rpย 67.2K
$3.05 Rpย 51.7K
$5.76 Rpย 97.5K
๐Ÿ›’ Groceries & Markets
Cost
Range
Milk (1 liter)
$1.44 Rpย 24.3K
$1.14 Rpย 19.3K
$1.58 Rpย 26.8K
White Bread (500g)
$1.44 Rpย 24.3K
$1.20 Rpย 20.2K
$2.09 Rpย 35.4K
Rice (white) (1kg)
$0.95 Rpย 16.1K
$0.78 Rpย 13.3K
$1.26 Rpย 21.4K
Eggs
$1.49 Rpย 25.3K
$1.08 Rpย 18.3K
$2.08 Rpย 35.2K
Local Cheese (1kg)
$9.18 Rpย 155.3K
$4.89 Rpย 82.7K
$18.34 Rpย 310.4K
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
$3.20 Rpย 54.1K
$1.50 Rpย 25.5K
$4.20 Rpย 71.1K
Beef Round Steak (1kg)
$8.26 Rpย 139.8K
$7.34 Rpย 124.3K
$9.19 Rpย 155.5K
Apples (1kg)
$2.39 Rpย 40.5K
$1.25 Rpย 21.2K
$3.12 Rpย 52.9K
Banana (1kg)
$1.49 Rpย 25.2K
$0.90 Rpย 15.2K
$1.80 Rpย 30.5K
Oranges (1kg)
$2.12 Rpย 35.9K
$0.91 Rpย 15.3K
$3.03 Rpย 51.2K
Tomato (1kg)
$1.48 Rpย 25.1K
$0.62 Rpย 10.5K
$2.18 Rpย 36.9K
Potato (1kg)
$1.32 Rpย 22.4K
$0.60 Rpย 10.1K
$1.63 Rpย 27.5K
Onion (1kg)
$1.81 Rpย 30.6K
$0.94 Rpย 16.0K
$2.83 Rpย 47.9K
Lettuce (1 head)
$1.16 Rpย 19.6K
$0.31 Rpย 5,187
$2.13 Rpย 36.0K
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
$0.46 Rpย 7,704
$0.38 Rpย 6,479
$0.57 Rpย 9,630
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)
$2.51 Rpย 42.5K
$2.05 Rpย 34.6K
$2.78 Rpย 47.1K
Wine (Bottle)
$26.39 Rpย 446.6K
$14.65 Rpย 248.0K
$35.19 Rpย 595.4K
Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
$1.84 Rpย 31.2K
$1.43 Rpย 24.1K
$4.27 Rpย 72.2K
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
$3.30 Rpย 55.9K
$1.26 Rpย 21.3K
$5.59 Rpย 94.6K
๐ŸšŒ Getting Around
Cost
Range
One-way Ticket (Public Transport)
$0.45 Rpย 7,579
$0.30 Rpย 5,108
$0.90 Rpย 15.2K
Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
$9.32 Rpย 157.7K
$9.32 Rpย 157.7K
$9.32 Rpย 157.7K
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
$0.44 Rpย 7,460
$0.41 Rpย 6,973
$0.58 Rpย 9,892
Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)
$0.29 Rpย 4,897
$0.26 Rpย 4,408
$0.87 Rpย 14.7K
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
$2.69 Rpย 45.6K
$1.50 Rpย 25.4K
$3.00 Rpย 50.7K
Gasoline (1 liter)
$0.86 Rpย 14.6K
$0.63 Rpย 10.7K
$0.89 Rpย 15.1K
Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)
$20.6K Rpย 349.0M
$20.0K Rpย 338.2M
$21.3K Rpย 359.8M
Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)
$35.6K Rpย 601.7M
$35.6K Rpย 601.7M
$36.1K Rpย 610.5M
๐Ÿงพ Monthly Utilities & Internet
Cost
Range
Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)
$81.8 Rpย 1.4M
$42.24 Rpย 714.8K
$118 Rpย 2.0M
SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)
$4.15 Rpย 70.2K
$1.94 Rpย 32.9K
$11.41 Rpย 193.0K
Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)
$19.24 Rpย 325.6K
$15.15 Rpย 256.4K
$24.23 Rpย 410.1K
๐ŸŽ‰ Sport & Entertainment
Cost
Range
Gym Membership (Monthly)
$21.62 Rpย 365.8K
$18.10 Rpย 306.3K
$27.15 Rpย 459.5K
Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)
$4.53 Rpย 76.7K
$3.10 Rpย 52.5K
$7.13 Rpย 120.7K
Cinema Ticket
$2.98 Rpย 50.5K
$2.20 Rpย 37.2K
$3.14 Rpย 53.1K
๐Ÿงธ Childcare & Education
Cost
Range
Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)
$191 Rpย 3.2M
$74.7 Rpย 1.3M
$311 Rpย 5.3M
International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)
$9,262 Rpย 156.7M
$2,543 Rpย 43.0M
$18.2K Rpย 307.3M
๐Ÿ‘•๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Clothing & Footwear
Cost
Range
Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
$60.8 Rpย 1.0M
$30.27 Rpย 512.2K
$90.8 Rpย 1.5M
Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)
$38.38 Rpย 649.5K
$21.21 Rpย 358.9K
$48.48 Rpย 820.4K
Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)
$77.5 Rpย 1.3M
$42.82 Rpย 724.7K
$97.9 Rpย 1.7M
Men's Leather Business Shoes
$83.4 Rpย 1.4M
$37.05 Rpย 627.0K
$124 Rpย 2.1M
๐Ÿ  Accommodation & Living
Cost
Range
1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$250 Rpย 4.2M
$156 Rpย 2.6M
$343 Rpย 5.8M
1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$134 Rpย 2.3M
$72.6 Rpย 1.2M
$197 Rpย 3.3M
3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)
$763 Rpย 12.9M
$301 Rpย 5.1M
$1,507 Rpย 25.5M
3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)
$394 Rpย 6.7M
$171 Rpย 2.9M
$611 Rpย 10.3M
Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)
$2,273 Rpย 38.5M
$2,050 Rpย 34.7M
$2,883 Rpย 48.8M
Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)
$1,123 Rpย 19.0M
$663 Rpย 11.2M
$1,624 Rpย 27.5M
๐Ÿ’ต Salaries & Financials
Cost
Range
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
$324 Rpย 5.5M
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20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)
8.33
6
8.5

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Last update: January 12, 2026

Surabaya Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Download
58
Mbps
Upload
7
Mbps
Latency
30
ms

Fixed Broadband

Download
76
Mbps
Upload
58
Mbps
Latency
11
ms
The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.
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Cost of Living in Surabaya - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Surabaya compare in affordability for long stays or for travelers and digital nomads?
Surabaya offers a broad range of options that make extended stays workable without breaking the bank. The Cost of Living in Surabaya, Indonesia provides a baseline that often feels friendlier than larger hubs in the region, with choices from modest apartments to larger flats and guesthouses. Food, transit, and services balance well with a modest budget, especially if you lean into local markets and avoid tourist zones. You can enjoy cafes and coworking spots without overspending by mixing local providers with a few international options. Tip: choose neighborhoods with longer-term rental habits and negotiate terms that suit a flexible schedule.
What does daily life look like in Surabaya for housing, food, transport, and coworking spaces?
Daily life in Surabaya offers practical balance for housing, food, transport, and coworking. Housing spans from compact flats in central areas to larger homes in eastern neighborhoods, often with flexible leases for short stays. Food options range from affordable street fare to international cafes, letting you mix local meals with occasional treats. For transport, motorbike taxis and car services cover most routes, while some districts are walkable. Coโ€‘working spaces and cafe setups support remote work; plan a weekly route to avoid peak traffic. Understanding Surabaya, Indonesia living cost helps you gauge what fits your schedule and budget. Tip: map a few flexible neighborhoods and test them with short stays before signing a lease.
What factors affect quality of life, budgeting, and neighborhood fit for a stay in Surabaya?
Quality of life in Surabaya hinges on smart budgeting, seasonal planning, and neighborhood fit. Use a simple framework that separates housing, daily needs (food, utilities, transit), and discretionary expenses, then adjust weekly to season and work tempo. Seasonality affects outdoor plans and market hours, so align activities with times of day and rainfall patterns. Neighborhood choice matters for internet reliability, quiet streets, proximity to markets, and easy access to transit. Compare areas by daily rhythms rather than just rents, and give yourself a multi-neighborhood rotation for a balanced experience. Tip: keep a short list of favorite budget-friendly spots and revisit it quarterly to stay flexible.
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