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Cost of Living in Dikwella South

Dikwella South, Southern, Sri Lanka · Population 54,370

▼ -6% vs Sri Lanka average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨105,600 ($352)
Couple, monthly₨188,940 ($630)
Family of four, monthly₨245,808 ($819)

Estimated Prices in Dikwella South

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨1,080 ($3.60)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨4,320 ($14.40)per meal
Cappuccino₨324 ($1.08)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨24,480 ($81.60)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨3,960 ($13.20)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨10,440 ($34.80)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨3,024 ($10.08)per month
Fitness club membership₨3,024 ($10.08)per month
Cinema ticket₨792 ($2.64)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨48,300 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨33,600 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨100,800 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Dikwella South is ₨84,000 ($280) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨105,600 ($352) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨137,280 ($458) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨33,600 ($112)) represents about 32% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Dikwella South

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Nearby Cities

Tangalla

12 km away · Southern

Hakmana

13 km away · Southern

Gandara West

16 km away · Southern

Matara

18 km away · Southern

Weligama

29 km away · Southern

Hambantota

51 km away · Southern

Sevanagala

52 km away · Uva

Galle

54 km away · Southern

Other Major Cities in Sri Lanka

Colombo

Western · pop. 2,323,826

₨140,241 ($467) / mo

Kesbewa

Western · pop. 243,842

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Mount Lavinia

Western · pop. 234,559

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Maharagama

Western · pop. 195,355

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Gampaha

Western · pop. 191,040

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Moratuwa

Western · pop. 168,280

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Ratnapura

Sabaragamuwa · pop. 165,998

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Negombo

Western · pop. 142,136

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Living in Dikwella South

Dikwella South is one of the key cities in Sri Lanka. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨105,600 ($352), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨33,600 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨245,808 ($819) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨188,940 ($630) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Dikwella South is ₨84,000 ($280). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨137,280 ($458) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dikwella South expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨105,600 ($352) per month in Dikwella South including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Sri Lanka.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Dikwella South?
A net salary of around ₨137,280 ($458) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Dikwella South with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Dikwella South is ₨84,000 ($280).
How much is rent in Dikwella South?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨48,300 ($161) per month in the city centre and ₨33,600 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨100,800 ($336).
Is Dikwella South cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Dikwella South is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Sri Lanka average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Dikwella South?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨24,480 ($82) in Dikwella South. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨1,080 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₨324 ($1).
How do transport costs in Dikwella South compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Dikwella South is estimated at ₨3,960 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Dikwella South are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 54,370). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.