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Cost of Living in Point Pedro

Point Pedro, North Central, Sri Lanka · Population 31,351

▼ -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 Point Pedro

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 Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro

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Nearby Cities

Jaffna

29 km away · North Central

Kilinochchi

52 km away · North Central

Mullaittivu

86 km away · North Central

Mannar

100 km away · North Central

Vavuniya

122 km away · North Central

Anuradhapura

166 km away · Northern

Trincomalee

177 km away · Eastern

Kalpitiya

192 km away · North 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

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 Point Pedro

Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨94,254 ($314) per month in Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro?
A net salary of around ₨122,530 ($408) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Point Pedro with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Point Pedro is ₨75,600 ($252).
How much is rent in Point Pedro?
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 Point Pedro cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨22,032 ($73) in Point Pedro. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨972 ($3) and a cappuccino runs around ₨292 ($1).
How do transport costs in Point Pedro compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Point Pedro is estimated at ₨3,564 ($12). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Point Pedro are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 31,351). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.