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Cost of Living in Binjai

Binjai, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia · Population 269,053

▲ +0% vs Indonesia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Rp6,727,318 ($415)
Couple, monthlyRp12,014,833 ($742)
Family of four, monthlyRp15,610,423 ($964)

Estimated Prices in Binjai

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRp69,547 ($4.29)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRp278,186 ($17.17)per meal
CappuccinoRp20,864 ($1.29)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Rp1,576,390 ($97.31)per month
Monthly public transport passRp255,004 ($15.74)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRp672,284 ($41.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Rp194,730 ($12.02)per month
Fitness club membershipRp194,730 ($12.02)per month
Cinema ticketRp51,001 ($3.15)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRp3,005,636 ($186)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRp2,090,878 ($129)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRp6,272,633 ($387)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Binjai is Rp7,212,240 ($445) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Rp6,727,318 ($415) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Rp8,745,513 ($540) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Rp2,090,878 ($129)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

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Berastagi

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Tebingtinggi

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Pematangsiantar

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Karangbaru

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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 Binjai

Binjai is one of the key cities in Indonesia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Rp6,727,318 ($415), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Rp2,090,878 ($129) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Rp15,610,423 ($964) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Rp12,014,833 ($742) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Binjai is Rp7,212,240 ($445). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Rp8,745,513 ($540) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Binjai expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Rp6,727,318 ($415) per month in Binjai including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Indonesia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Binjai?
A net salary of around Rp8,745,513 ($540) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Binjai with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Binjai is Rp7,212,240 ($445).
How much is rent in Binjai?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Rp3,005,636 ($186) per month in the city centre and Rp2,090,878 ($129) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Rp6,272,633 ($387).
Is Binjai cheaper than Indonesia on average?
No — Binjai is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Indonesia average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Binjai?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Rp1,576,390 ($97) in Binjai. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Rp69,547 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around Rp20,864 ($1).
How do transport costs in Binjai compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Binjai is estimated at Rp255,004 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Binjai are estimates based on Indonesia national averages adjusted for city size (population 269,053). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.