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Cost of Living in Hambantota

Hambantota, Southern, Sri Lanka · Population 11,213

▼ -16% vs Sri Lanka average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₨94,254 ($314)
Couple, monthly₨168,405 ($561)
Family of four, monthly₨218,869 ($730)

Estimated Prices in Hambantota

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₨972 ($3.24)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₨3,888 ($12.96)per meal
Cappuccino₨292 ($0.97)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₨22,032 ($73.44)per month
Monthly public transport pass₨3,564 ($11.88)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₨9,396 ($31.32)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₨2,722 ($9.07)per month
Fitness club membership₨2,722 ($9.07)per month
Cinema ticket₨713 ($2.38)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₨42,340 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₨29,454 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₨88,362 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Hambantota is ₨75,600 ($252) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₨94,254 ($314) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₨122,530 ($408) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₨29,454 ($98)) represents about 31% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Hambantota

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Nearby Cities

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25 km away · Southern

Sevanagala

38 km away · Uva

Tangalla

39 km away · Southern

Dikwella South

51 km away · Southern

Hakmana

52 km away · Southern

Gandara West

67 km away · Southern

Matara

68 km away · Southern

Weligama

79 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 Hambantota

Hambantota is one of the key cities in Sri Lanka. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₨94,254 ($314), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₨29,454 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₨218,869 ($730) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₨168,405 ($561) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Hambantota is ₨75,600 ($252). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₨122,530 ($408) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hambantota expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨94,254 ($314) per month in Hambantota including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Sri Lanka.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Hambantota?
A net salary of around ₨122,530 ($408) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Hambantota with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Hambantota is ₨75,600 ($252).
How much is rent in Hambantota?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₨42,340 ($141) per month in the city centre and ₨29,454 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₨88,362 ($295).
Is Hambantota cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Hambantota is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Sri Lanka average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Hambantota?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨22,032 ($73) in Hambantota. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨972 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨292 ($1).
How do transport costs in Hambantota compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Hambantota is estimated at ₨3,564 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Hambantota are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 11,213). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.