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Cost of Living in Pokhara

Pokhara, Gaṇḍakī, Nepal · Population 353,841

▲ +0% vs Nepal average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨37,086 ($279)
Couple, monthly₨65,697 ($494)
Family of four, monthly₨84,846 ($638)

Estimated Prices in Pokhara

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨402 ($3.02)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨1,607 ($12.08)per meal
Cappuccino₨121 ($0.91)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨9,107 ($68.48)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨1,473 ($11.08)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨3,884 ($29.20)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨1,125 ($8.46)per month
Fitness club membership₨1,125 ($8.46)per month
Cinema ticket₨295 ($2.22)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨14,806 ($111)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨10,300 ($77.44)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨30,899 ($232)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Pokhara is ₨35,245 ($265) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨37,086 ($279) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨48,211 ($362) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨10,300 ($77)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Pokhara

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Nearby Cities

Wāliṅ

33 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Bāglung

38 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Ratnapur

42 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Bandipur

51 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Galkot

56 km away

Pālpā

57 km away · Lumbinī

Pragatinagar

63 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Gorkhā

68 km away · Karṇālī

Other Major Cities in Nepal

Kathmandu

pop. 845,767

₨46,144 ($347) / mo

Pathlaiyā

Madhesh · pop. 743,982

₨37,086 ($279) / mo

Bharatpur

Bāgmatī · pop. 369,377

₨37,086 ($279) / mo

Birāṭnagar

Province Number One · pop. 242,548

₨34,846 ($262) / mo

Buḍhānilkanṭha

Bāgmatī · pop. 179,688

₨34,846 ($262) / mo

Ghorāhī

Lumbinī · pop. 156,164

₨34,846 ($262) / mo

Birgañj

Madhesh · pop. 135,904

₨34,846 ($262) / mo

Tokha

Bāgmatī · pop. 133,755

₨34,846 ($262) / mo

Living in Pokhara

Pokhara is one of the key cities in Nepal. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨37,086 ($279), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨10,300 ($77) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨84,846 ($638) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨65,697 ($494) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Pokhara is ₨35,245 ($265). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨48,211 ($362) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pokhara expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨37,086 ($279) per month in Pokhara including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Nepal.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Pokhara?
A net salary of around ₨48,211 ($362) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Pokhara with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Pokhara is ₨35,245 ($265).
How much is rent in Pokhara?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨14,806 ($111) per month in the city centre and ₨10,300 ($77) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨30,899 ($232).
Is Pokhara cheaper than Nepal on average?
No — Pokhara is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Nepal average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Pokhara?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨9,107 ($68) in Pokhara. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨402 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨121 ($1).
How do transport costs in Pokhara compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Pokhara is estimated at ₨1,473 ($11). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Pokhara are estimates based on Nepal national averages adjusted for city size (population 353,841). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.