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Cost of Living in Banda Aceh

Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia · Population 235,305

▼ -6% vs Indonesia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Rp6,318,000 ($390)
Couple, monthlyRp11,275,200 ($696)
Family of four, monthlyRp14,641,236 ($904)

Estimated Prices in Banda Aceh

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRp65,610 ($4.05)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRp262,440 ($16.20)per meal
CappuccinoRp19,683 ($1.22)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Rp1,487,160 ($91.80)per month
Monthly public transport passRp240,570 ($14.85)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRp634,230 ($39.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Rp183,708 ($11.34)per month
Fitness club membershipRp183,708 ($11.34)per month
Cinema ticketRp48,114 ($2.97)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRp2,794,500 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRp1,944,000 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRp5,832,000 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Banda Aceh is Rp6,804,000 ($420) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Rp6,318,000 ($390) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Rp8,213,400 ($507) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Rp1,944,000 ($120)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Sabang

38 km away · Aceh

Jantho

45 km away · Aceh

Sigli

73 km away · Aceh

Meulaboh

181 km away · Aceh

Lhokseumawe

207 km away · Aceh

Blangmangat

211 km away · Aceh

Langsa

315 km away · Aceh

Kualaserba

318 km away · Aceh

Other Major Cities in Indonesia

Jakarta

Jakarta · pop. 33,756,000

Rp8,384,719 ($518) / mo

Bandung

Jawa Barat · pop. 7,203,000

Rp8,245,444 ($509) / mo

Surabaya

Jawa Timur · pop. 6,556,000

Rp8,245,444 ($509) / mo

Medan

Sumatera Utara · pop. 3,632,000

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Lembok

Nusa Tenggara Barat · pop. 3,352,988

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Bekasi

Jawa Barat · pop. 2,381,053

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Tangerang

Jawa Barat · pop. 2,237,006

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Semarang

Jawa Tengah · pop. 1,621,384

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Living in Banda Aceh

Banda Aceh is one of the key cities in Indonesia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Rp6,318,000 ($390), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Rp1,944,000 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Rp14,641,236 ($904) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Rp11,275,200 ($696) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Banda Aceh is Rp6,804,000 ($420). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Rp8,213,400 ($507) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Banda Aceh expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Rp6,318,000 ($390) per month in Banda Aceh including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Indonesia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Banda Aceh?
A net salary of around Rp8,213,400 ($507) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Banda Aceh with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Banda Aceh is Rp6,804,000 ($420).
How much is rent in Banda Aceh?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Rp2,794,500 ($173) per month in the city centre and Rp1,944,000 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Rp5,832,000 ($360).
Is Banda Aceh cheaper than Indonesia on average?
Yes — Banda Aceh is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Indonesia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Banda Aceh?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Rp1,487,160 ($92) in Banda Aceh. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Rp65,610 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Rp19,683 ($1).
How do transport costs in Banda Aceh compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Banda Aceh is estimated at Rp240,570 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Banda Aceh are estimates based on Indonesia national averages adjusted for city size (population 235,305). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.