Prices and Cost of Living in Indonesia

Food and beverage prices in Indonesia

Popular food products found on store shelves in Indonesia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 41312 IDR (2.16 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 131182 IDR (6.84 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 15977 IDR (0.83 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 18298 IDR (0.95 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 25635 IDR (1.34 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 46260 IDR (2.41 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 7139 IDR (0.37 EUR). Dairy prices in Indonesia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 22280 IDR (1.16 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 109349 IDR (5.71 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 51482 IDR (2.69 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 29452 IDR (1.54 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 26596 IDR (1.39 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Indonesia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 34655 IDR (1.81 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 9100 IDR (0.47 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 58750 IDR (3.07 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 300000 IDR (15.65 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 50000 IDR (2.61 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Indonesia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 3500 IDR (0.18 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 200000 IDR (10.43 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 9000 IDR (0.47 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 6000 IDR (0.31 EUR).

Fuel prices in Indonesia

Average fuel prices in Indonesia are 12903 IDR (0.67 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 13916 IDR (0.73 EUR) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Indonesia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 3726920 IDR (194 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 6211540 IDR (324 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 29625000 IDR (1546 EUR) per square meter.