Prices and Cost of Living in Nepal

Food and beverage prices in Nepal

Popular food products found on store shelves in Nepal include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 91.59 NPR (0.66 USD) for a kilo of onions to 864 NPR (6.19 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 133 NPR (0.96 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 78.89 NPR (0.56 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 147 NPR (1.06 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 310 NPR (2.22 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 35 NPR (0.25 USD). Dairy prices in Nepal, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 120 NPR (0.86 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1224 NPR (8.76 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 436 NPR (3.12 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 254 NPR (1.82 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 93.48 NPR (0.67 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Nepal vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 263 NPR (1.88 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 71.71 NPR (0.51 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 900 NPR (6.44 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 2700 NPR (19.33 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 250 NPR (1.79 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Nepal?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 30 NPR (0.21 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1500 NPR (10.74 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 300 NPR (2.15 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 200 NPR (1.43 USD).

Fuel prices in Nepal

Average fuel prices in Nepal are 168 NPR (1.21 USD) per liter of gasoline and 152 NPR (1.09 USD) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Nepal varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 13521 NPR (96.82 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 26402 NPR (189 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 257297 NPR (1842 USD) per square meter.