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Cost of Living in Maharagama

Maharagama, Western, Sri Lanka · Population 195,355

▼ -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 Maharagama

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 Maharagama 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 Maharagama

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Nearby Cities

Athurugiriya

5 km away · Western

Mount Lavinia

5 km away · Western

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

6 km away · Western

Kesbewa

6 km away · Western

Moratuwa

8 km away · Western

Kolonnawa

9 km away · Western

Colombo

11 km away · Western

Mabole

17 km away · Western

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

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

Kandy

Central · pop. 120,087

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Living in Maharagama

Maharagama 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 Maharagama 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 Maharagama expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨105,600 ($352) per month in Maharagama 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 Maharagama?
A net salary of around ₨137,280 ($458) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Maharagama with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Maharagama is ₨84,000 ($280).
How much is rent in Maharagama?
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 Maharagama cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Maharagama 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 Maharagama?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨24,480 ($82) in Maharagama. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨1,080 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₨324 ($1).
How do transport costs in Maharagama compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Maharagama is estimated at ₨3,960 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Maharagama are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 195,355). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.