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Purbalingga vs Surabaya

Indonesia vs Indonesia · 370 km apart

Purbalingga

Indonesia

Rp6,318,000 ($390)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Surabaya

Indonesia

Rp8,245,444 ($509)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Purbalingga cheaper than Surabaya?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $390 per month in Purbalingga versus $509 in Surabaya — about 31% less.
How far is Purbalingga from Surabaya?
The straight-line distance between Purbalingga and Surabaya is approximately 370 km (230 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Purbalingga or Surabaya?
The estimated average net salary is $420 in Purbalingga and $538 in Surabaya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $30 in Purbalingga versus $29 in Surabaya per month.