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Cost of Living in Benua Baru

Benua Baru, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia · Population 26,131

▼ -16% vs Indonesia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Rp5,640,717 ($348)
Couple, monthlyRp10,052,734 ($621)
Family of four, monthlyRp13,040,663 ($805)

Estimated Prices in Benua Baru

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRp59,049 ($3.65)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRp236,196 ($14.58)per meal
CappuccinoRp17,715 ($1.09)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Rp1,338,444 ($82.62)per month
Monthly public transport passRp216,513 ($13.37)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRp570,807 ($35.24)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Rp165,337 ($10.21)per month
Fitness club membershipRp165,337 ($10.21)per month
Cinema ticketRp43,303 ($2.67)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRp2,449,668 ($151)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRp1,704,117 ($105)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRp5,112,351 ($316)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Benua Baru is Rp6,123,600 ($378) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Rp5,640,717 ($348) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Rp7,332,932 ($453) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Rp1,704,117 ($105)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Bontang

111 km away · Kalimantan Timur

Tenggarong

134 km away · Kalimantan Timur

Samarinda

191 km away · Kalimantan Timur

Tanjung Selor

218 km away · Kalimantan Utara

Tarakan

262 km away · Kalimantan Utara

Balikpapan

268 km away · Kalimantan Timur

Sendawar

283 km away · Sumatera Utara

Palu

291 km away · Sulawesi Tengah

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 Benua Baru

Benua Baru is one of the key cities in Indonesia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Rp5,640,717 ($348), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Rp1,704,117 ($105) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Rp13,040,663 ($805) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Rp10,052,734 ($621) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Benua Baru is Rp6,123,600 ($378). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Rp7,332,932 ($453) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benua Baru expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Rp5,640,717 ($348) per month in Benua Baru including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Indonesia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Benua Baru?
A net salary of around Rp7,332,932 ($453) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Benua Baru with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Benua Baru is Rp6,123,600 ($378).
How much is rent in Benua Baru?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Rp2,449,668 ($151) per month in the city centre and Rp1,704,117 ($105) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Rp5,112,351 ($316).
Is Benua Baru cheaper than Indonesia on average?
Yes — Benua Baru is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Indonesia average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Benua Baru?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Rp1,338,444 ($83) in Benua Baru. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Rp59,049 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Rp17,715 ($1).
How do transport costs in Benua Baru compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Benua Baru is estimated at Rp216,513 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Benua Baru are estimates based on Indonesia national averages adjusted for city size (population 26,131). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.