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 80.81 NPR (0.6 USD) for a kilo of onions to 517 NPR (3.82 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 109 NPR (0.8 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 66.86 NPR (0.49 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 128 NPR (0.95 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 293 NPR (2.16 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 32.5 NPR (0.24 USD). Dairy prices in Nepal, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 102 NPR (0.75 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1036 NPR (7.64 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 422 NPR (3.12 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 202 NPR (1.49 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 89.66 NPR (0.66 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 203 NPR (1.5 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 59.85 NPR (0.44 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1000 NPR (7.38 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 3000 NPR (22.14 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 350 NPR (2.58 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Nepal?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 25 NPR (0.18 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 1025 NPR (7.57 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 250 NPR (1.85 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 100 NPR (0.74 USD).

Fuel prices in Nepal

Average fuel prices in Nepal are 159 NPR (1.18 USD) per liter of gasoline and 148 NPR (1.1 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 15340 NPR (113 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 24261 NPR (179 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 246892 NPR (1822 USD) per square meter.