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Balikpapan vs Bandung

Indonesia vs Indonesia · 1,214 km apart

Balikpapan

Indonesia

Rp6,727,318 ($415)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bandung

Indonesia

Rp8,245,444 ($509)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBalikpapanBandungCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.29$5.18Balikpapan
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.17$20.74Balikpapan
Cappuccino$1.29$1.56Balikpapan
Monthly groceries (single person)$97.31$118Balikpapan
Monthly public transport pass$15.74$19.01Balikpapan
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$41.50$50.11Balikpapan
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.02$14.52Balikpapan
Fitness club membership$12.02$14.52Balikpapan
Cinema ticket$3.15$3.80Balikpapan
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$235Balikpapan
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$163Balikpapan
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$490Balikpapan
Total single-person budget$415$509Balikpapan
Average net salary$445$538

Verdict

Balikpapan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Balikpapan runs about $415 versus $509 in Bandung — a difference of roughly 23%.

Salary-adjusted, Balikpapan leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Balikpapan  ·  Full cost of living in Bandung

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balikpapan cheaper than Bandung?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $415 per month in Balikpapan versus $509 in Bandung — about 23% less.
How far is Balikpapan from Bandung?
The straight-line distance between Balikpapan and Bandung is approximately 1,214 km (754 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Balikpapan or Bandung?
The estimated average net salary is $445 in Balikpapan and $538 in Bandung. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $30 in Balikpapan versus $29 in Bandung per month.