Indonesia vs Indonesia · 82 km apart
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| Expense | Pematangsiantar | Medan | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.29 | $4.62 | Pematangsiantar |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.17 | $18.47 | Pematangsiantar |
| Cappuccino | $1.29 | $1.39 | Pematangsiantar |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $97.31 | $105 | Pematangsiantar |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.74 | $16.93 | Pematangsiantar |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $41.50 | $44.63 | Pematangsiantar |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.02 | $12.93 | Pematangsiantar |
| Fitness club membership | $12.02 | $12.93 | Pematangsiantar |
| Cinema ticket | $3.15 | $3.39 | Pematangsiantar |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $186 | $203 | Pematangsiantar |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $129 | $141 | Pematangsiantar |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $387 | $424 | Pematangsiantar |
| Total single-person budget | $415 | $449 | Pematangsiantar |
| Average net salary | $445 | $479 |
Pematangsiantar is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Pematangsiantar runs about $415 versus $449 in Medan — a difference of roughly 8%.
Salary-adjusted, Pematangsiantar 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 Pematangsiantar · Full cost of living in Medan