Īlām, Province Number One, Nepal · Population 17,491
▼ -16% vs Nepal average
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | ₨341 ($2.57) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | ₨1,365 ($10.26) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | ₨102 ($0.77) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | ₨7,733 ($58.14) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | ₨1,251 ($9.41) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | ₨3,298 ($24.80) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | ₨955 ($7.18) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | ₨955 ($7.18) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | ₨250 ($1.88) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨12,067 ($90.73) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | ₨8,394 ($63.12) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | ₨25,183 ($189) | per month |
The estimated average net salary in Īlām is ₨29,925 ($225) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨31,137 ($234) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨40,479 ($304) per month.
Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨8,394 ($63)) represents about 27% of the total single-person budget.
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₨34,846 ($262) / moĪlām is one of the key cities in Nepal. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨31,137 ($234), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨8,394 ($63) per month.
For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨70,987 ($534) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨55,049 ($414) monthly.
The average estimated net salary in Īlām is ₨29,925 ($225). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨40,479 ($304) per month.