Prices and Cost of Living in Bhutan

Food and beverage prices in Bhutan

Popular food products found on store shelves in Bhutan include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 56.49 INR (0 USD) for a kilo of onions to 355 INR (0 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 60.05 INR (0 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 63.42 INR (0 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 118 INR (0 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 263 INR (0 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 28.6 INR (0 USD). Dairy prices in Bhutan, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 70.07 INR (0 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 348 INR (0 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 285 INR (0 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 139 INR (0 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 68.6 INR (0 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Bhutan vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 108 INR (0 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 42 INR (0 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 250 INR (0 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1500 INR (0 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 250 INR (0 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Bhutan?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 128 INR (0 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1252 INR (0 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 80 INR (0 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 90 INR (0 USD).

Fuel prices in Bhutan

Average fuel prices in Bhutan are 67.9 INR (0.81 USD) per liter of gasoline and 71.41 INR (0.86 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bhutan?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Bhutan varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 8679 INR (0 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 10514 INR (0 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 210032 INR (0 USD) per square meter.