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Cost of Living in Jakarta

Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia · Population 33,756,000 · National capital

▲ +25% vs Indonesia average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Rp8,384,719 ($518)
Couple, monthlyRp15,015,388 ($927)
Family of four, monthlyRp19,547,563 ($1,207)

Estimated Prices in Jakarta

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRp85,293 ($5.27)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRp341,172 ($21.06)per meal
CappuccinoRp25,588 ($1.58)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Rp1,933,308 ($119)per month
Monthly public transport passRp312,741 ($19.31)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRp824,499 ($50.90)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Rp238,820 ($14.74)per month
Fitness club membershipRp238,820 ($14.74)per month
Cinema ticketRp62,548 ($3.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRp3,879,121 ($239)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRp2,698,519 ($167)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRp8,095,556 ($500)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Jakarta is Rp8,845,200 ($546) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Rp8,384,719 ($518) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Rp10,900,134 ($673) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Rp2,698,519 ($167)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Jakarta

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Ciputat

17 km away · Jawa Barat

Sangereng

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Perigi Dua

18 km away · Jawa Barat

Pondokaren

18 km away · Jawa Barat

Cinere

18 km away · Jawa Barat

Bekasi

20 km away · Jawa Barat

Other Major Cities in Indonesia

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

Palembang

Sumatera Selatan · pop. 1,535,952

Rp7,276,317 ($449) / mo

Living in Jakarta

Jakarta is the capital and one of the key cities in Indonesia. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Rp8,384,719 ($518), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Rp2,698,519 ($167) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Rp19,547,563 ($1,207) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Rp15,015,388 ($927) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Jakarta is Rp8,845,200 ($546). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Rp10,900,134 ($673) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jakarta expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Rp8,384,719 ($518) per month in Jakarta including rent outside the city centre. That is 25% more than the national average for Indonesia.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Jakarta?
A net salary of around Rp10,900,134 ($673) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Jakarta with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Jakarta is Rp8,845,200 ($546).
How much is rent in Jakarta?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Rp3,879,121 ($239) per month in the city centre and Rp2,698,519 ($167) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Rp8,095,556 ($500).
Is Jakarta cheaper than Indonesia on average?
No — Jakarta is estimated to be about 25% more expensive than the Indonesia average, mainly due to housing demand as the national capital.
What is the cost of groceries in Jakarta?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Rp1,933,308 ($119) in Jakarta. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Rp85,293 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Rp25,588 ($2).
How do transport costs in Jakarta compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Jakarta is estimated at Rp312,741 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Jakarta are estimates based on Indonesia national averages adjusted for city size (population 33,756,000) and capital-city premium. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.