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Cost of Living in Wāliṅ

Wāliṅ, Gaṇḍakī, Nepal · Population 51,243

▼ -6% vs Nepal average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨34,846 ($262)
Couple, monthly₨61,685 ($464)
Family of four, monthly₨79,622 ($599)

Estimated Prices in Wāliṅ

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨379 ($2.85)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨1,516 ($11.40)per meal
Cappuccino₨114 ($0.86)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨8,592 ($64.60)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨1,390 ($10.45)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨3,664 ($27.55)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨1,061 ($7.98)per month
Fitness club membership₨1,061 ($7.98)per month
Cinema ticket₨278 ($2.09)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨13,766 ($104)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨9,576 ($72.00)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨28,728 ($216)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Wāliṅ is ₨33,250 ($250) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨34,846 ($262) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨45,300 ($341) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨9,576 ($72)) represents about 27% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Wāliṅ

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Nearby Cities

Ratnapur

18 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Pālpā

25 km away · Lumbinī

Pokhara

33 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Bāglung

35 km away · Gaṇḍakī

Sanwal

42 km away · Lumbinī

Galkot

45 km away

Butwāl

45 km away · Lumbinī

Pragatinagar

54 km away · Gaṇḍakī

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

Pokhara

Gaṇḍakī · pop. 353,841

₨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

Living in Wāliṅ

Wāliṅ is one of the key cities in Nepal. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨34,846 ($262), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨9,576 ($72) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨79,622 ($599) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨61,685 ($464) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Wāliṅ is ₨33,250 ($250). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨45,300 ($341) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wāliṅ expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨34,846 ($262) per month in Wāliṅ including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Nepal.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Wāliṅ?
A net salary of around ₨45,300 ($341) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Wāliṅ with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Wāliṅ is ₨33,250 ($250).
How much is rent in Wāliṅ?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨13,766 ($104) per month in the city centre and ₨9,576 ($72) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨28,728 ($216).
Is Wāliṅ cheaper than Nepal on average?
Yes — Wāliṅ is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Nepal average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Wāliṅ?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨8,592 ($65) in Wāliṅ. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨379 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨114 ($1).
How do transport costs in Wāliṅ compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Wāliṅ is estimated at ₨1,390 ($10). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Wāliṅ are estimates based on Nepal national averages adjusted for city size (population 51,243). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.