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Cost of Living in Razua

Razua, Chin State, Myanmar · Population 2,229

▼ -16% vs Myanmar average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)K659,777 ($314)
Couple, monthlyK1,178,835 ($561)
Family of four, monthlyK1,532,082 ($730)

Estimated Prices in Razua

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantK6,804 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeK27,216 ($12.96)per meal
CappuccinoK2,041 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)K154,224 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport passK24,948 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentK65,772 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)K19,051 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membershipK19,051 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticketK4,990 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreK296,380 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreK206,177 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreK618,531 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Razua is K415,800 ($198) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of K659,777 ($314) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly K857,710 ($408) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (K206,177 ($98)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Razua

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Nearby Cities

Hakha

69 km away · Chin State

Sami

90 km away · Chin State

Mindat

97 km away · Chin State

Falam

100 km away · Chin State

Paletwa

102 km away · Chin State

Tawsalun

104 km away · Magway

Haka

120 km away · Sagaing

Buthidaung

145 km away · Rakhine State

Other Major Cities in Myanmar

Rangoon

Yangon · pop. 6,874,000

K981,687 ($467) / mo

Mandalay

Mandalay · pop. 1,319,452

K851,617 ($406) / mo

Nay Pyi Taw

Nay Pyi Taw · pop. 1,160,242

K851,617 ($406) / mo

Kyaukse

Mandalay · pop. 741,071

K787,210 ($375) / mo

Hpa-An

Kayin State · pop. 421,525

K787,210 ($375) / mo

Magway

Magway · pop. 289,247

K787,210 ($375) / mo

Pathein

Ayeyarwady · pop. 287,071

K787,210 ($375) / mo

Bago

Bago · pop. 284,179

K787,210 ($375) / mo

Living in Razua

Razua is one of the key cities in Myanmar. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is K659,777 ($314), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around K206,177 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to K1,532,082 ($730) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately K1,178,835 ($561) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Razua is K415,800 ($198). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least K857,710 ($408) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Razua expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated K659,777 ($314) per month in Razua including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Myanmar.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Razua?
A net salary of around K857,710 ($408) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Razua with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Razua is K415,800 ($198).
How much is rent in Razua?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated K296,380 ($141) per month in the city centre and K206,177 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about K618,531 ($295).
Is Razua cheaper than Myanmar on average?
Yes — Razua is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Myanmar average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Razua?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at K154,224 ($73) in Razua. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about K6,804 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around K2,041 ($1).
How do transport costs in Razua compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Razua is estimated at K24,948 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Razua are estimates based on Myanmar national averages adjusted for city size (population 2,229). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.