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Cost of Living in Galgamuwa

Galgamuwa, North Western, Sri Lanka · Population 63,273

▼ -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 Galgamuwa

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 Galgamuwa 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 Galgamuwa

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Nearby Cities

Nikaweratiya

34 km away · North Western

Anuradhapura

40 km away · Northern

Dambulla

44 km away · Central

Puttalam

49 km away · North Western

Kurunegala

58 km away · North Western

Pothuhera

58 km away · North Western

Narammala

63 km away · North Western

Bakamune

64 km away · Northern

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 Galgamuwa

Galgamuwa 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 Galgamuwa 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 Galgamuwa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨105,600 ($352) per month in Galgamuwa 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 Galgamuwa?
A net salary of around ₨137,280 ($458) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Galgamuwa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Galgamuwa is ₨84,000 ($280).
How much is rent in Galgamuwa?
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 Galgamuwa cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Galgamuwa 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 Galgamuwa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨24,480 ($82) in Galgamuwa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨1,080 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₨324 ($1).
How do transport costs in Galgamuwa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Galgamuwa is estimated at ₨3,960 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Galgamuwa are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 63,273). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.