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Banyuwangi vs Surabaya

Indonesia vs Indonesia · 210 km apart

Banyuwangi

Indonesia

Rp6,318,000 ($390)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Surabaya

Indonesia

Rp8,245,444 ($509)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBanyuwangiSurabayaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.05$5.18Banyuwangi
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$16.20$20.74Banyuwangi
Cappuccino$1.22$1.56Banyuwangi
Monthly groceries (single person)$91.80$118Banyuwangi
Monthly public transport pass$14.85$19.01Banyuwangi
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$39.15$50.11Banyuwangi
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$11.34$14.52Banyuwangi
Fitness club membership$11.34$14.52Banyuwangi
Cinema ticket$2.97$3.80Banyuwangi
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$173$235Banyuwangi
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$120$163Banyuwangi
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$360$490Banyuwangi
Total single-person budget$390$509Banyuwangi
Average net salary$420$538

Verdict

Banyuwangi is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Banyuwangi runs about $390 versus $509 in Surabaya — a difference of roughly 31%.

Salary-adjusted, Banyuwangi 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 Banyuwangi  ·  Full cost of living in Surabaya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Banyuwangi cheaper than Surabaya?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $390 per month in Banyuwangi versus $509 in Surabaya — about 31% less.
How far is Banyuwangi from Surabaya?
The straight-line distance between Banyuwangi and Surabaya is approximately 210 km (130 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Banyuwangi or Surabaya?
The estimated average net salary is $420 in Banyuwangi and $538 in Surabaya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $30 in Banyuwangi versus $29 in Surabaya per month.