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Yogyakarta vs Jakarta

Indonesia vs Indonesia · 433 km apart

Yogyakarta

Indonesia

Rp6,727,318 ($415)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Jakarta

Indonesia

Rp8,384,719 ($518)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseYogyakartaJakartaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$4.29$5.27Yogyakarta
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$17.17$21.06Yogyakarta
Cappuccino$1.29$1.58Yogyakarta
Monthly groceries (single person)$97.31$119Yogyakarta
Monthly public transport pass$15.74$19.31Yogyakarta
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$41.50$50.90Yogyakarta
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$12.02$14.74Yogyakarta
Fitness club membership$12.02$14.74Yogyakarta
Cinema ticket$3.15$3.86Yogyakarta
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$186$239Yogyakarta
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$129$167Yogyakarta
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$387$500Yogyakarta
Total single-person budget$415$518Yogyakarta
Average net salary$445$546

Verdict

Yogyakarta is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Yogyakarta runs about $415 versus $518 in Jakarta — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Yogyakarta 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 Yogyakarta  ·  Full cost of living in Jakarta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yogyakarta cheaper than Jakarta?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $415 per month in Yogyakarta versus $518 in Jakarta — about 25% less.
How far is Yogyakarta from Jakarta?
The straight-line distance between Yogyakarta and Jakarta is approximately 433 km (269 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Yogyakarta or Jakarta?
The estimated average net salary is $445 in Yogyakarta and $546 in Jakarta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $30 in Yogyakarta versus $28 in Jakarta per month.