Prices and Cost of Living in Maldives

Food and beverage prices in Maldives

Popular food products found on store shelves in Maldives include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 18.33 MVR (4.34 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 153 MVR (36.34 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 17.62 MVR (4.18 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 23.78 MVR (5.64 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 57.5 MVR (13.63 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 62.86 MVR (14.9 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 9.75 MVR (2.31 PLN). Dairy prices in Maldives, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 26.6 MVR (6.3 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 135 MVR (31.92 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 94.88 MVR (22.49 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 24.75 MVR (5.87 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 54.17 MVR (12.84 PLN) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Maldives vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 53.51 MVR (12.68 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 23.33 MVR (5.53 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 150 MVR (35.55 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 750 MVR (178 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 92.5 MVR (21.92 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Maldives?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 10 MVR (2.37 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 435 MVR (103 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 30 MVR (7.11 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 30 MVR (7.11 PLN).

Fuel prices in Maldives

Average fuel prices in Maldives are 13.51 MVR (3.2 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 13.92 MVR (3.3 PLN) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Maldives varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 10556 MVR (2502 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 15333 MVR (3634 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 43404 MVR (10286 PLN) per square meter.