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Cost of Living in Moratuwa

Moratuwa, Western, Sri Lanka · Population 168,280

▼ -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 Moratuwa

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 Moratuwa 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 Moratuwa

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Nearby Cities

Mount Lavinia

5 km away · Western

Kesbewa

7 km away · Western

Maharagama

8 km away · Western

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

12 km away · Western

Athurugiriya

13 km away · Western

Colombo

14 km away · Western

Kolonnawa

15 km away · Western

Mabole

22 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

Maharagama

Western · pop. 195,355

₨105,600 ($352) / mo

Gampaha

Western · pop. 191,040

₨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 Moratuwa

Moratuwa 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 Moratuwa 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 Moratuwa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨105,600 ($352) per month in Moratuwa 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 Moratuwa?
A net salary of around ₨137,280 ($458) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Moratuwa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Moratuwa is ₨84,000 ($280).
How much is rent in Moratuwa?
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 Moratuwa cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Moratuwa 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 Moratuwa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨24,480 ($82) in Moratuwa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨1,080 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₨324 ($1).
How do transport costs in Moratuwa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Moratuwa is estimated at ₨3,960 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Moratuwa are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 168,280). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.