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Cost of Living in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, Western, Sri Lanka · Population 115,826

▼ -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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

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Nearby Cities

Athurugiriya

3 km away · Western

Kolonnawa

4 km away · Western

Maharagama

6 km away · Western

Colombo

7 km away · Western

Mount Lavinia

8 km away · Western

Mabole

11 km away · Western

Kesbewa

12 km away · Western

Moratuwa

12 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

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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₨105,600 ($352) per month in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
A net salary of around ₨137,280 ($458) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte is ₨84,000 ($280).
How much is rent in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte cheaper than Sri Lanka on average?
Yes — Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte 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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₨24,480 ($82) in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₨1,080 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₨324 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte is estimated at ₨3,960 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte are estimates based on Sri Lanka national averages adjusted for city size (population 115,826). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.