One big question is: How much does it cost to live in Bali?
Bali is a popular destination, especially for digital nomads. One big question is: How much does it cost to live in Bali? After living here for over a year, I can share detailed information on the costs. Remember, I live a simple life in Bali, so costs can be cheaper or more expensive depending on your lifestyle.
What is the Currency in Bali?
In Bali, you use the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). When you exchange money, you’ll get a lot of Rupiah, so you might feel like a millionaire! Here are some exchange rates:
1 AUD = 10,500 IDR
1 USD = 16,000 IDR
1 EUR = 17,500 IDR
ATMs are easy to find, and you can withdraw up to 2,000,000 IDR at once. Card payments are common in tourist areas, but some smaller shops don’t accept international cards, so it’s good to carry some cash.
Cost of Living in Bali: A Detailed Guide
Accommodation:
This is usually the biggest expense. You can find a place to stay no matter your budget. Prices depend on location and the type of housing.
Kos (Boarding House): 2,000,000 to 4,000,000 IDR per month.
Guest House: 3,000,000 to 12,000,000 IDR per month.
House: 5,000,000 to 12,000,000 IDR per month.
1 or 2 Bedroom Villa: 15,000,000 to 35,000,000 IDR per month.
3-5 Bedroom Villa: Starts at 30,000,000 IDR per month.
Transportation:
Taxis and Motorbikes: You can use apps like Gojek or Grab. A 10-minute ride on a bike costs around 10,000 IDR, and a 30-45 minute car ride costs less than 100,000 IDR.
Private Driver: If you need a driver for the day, it costs about 600,000 IDR.
Renting a Motorbike: Monthly rental prices range from 100,000 IDR to 2,000,000 IDR, depending on the bike. Petrol is cheap at 10,000 to 13,700 IDR per liter.
Visas:
You can stay in Bali with different visas. Here are the costs:
Visa on Arrival: 500,000 IDR, extendable for another 500,000 IDR.
B211 Visa: Costs around 1,300,000 IDR per month.
Digital Nomad Visa: About 11,000,000 IDR per year.
Phone and Internet:
Mobile data is cheap. I use Telkomsel and pay 75,000 IDR for 28GB of data. Avoid international SIM cards, as local ones are much cheaper.
Laundry:
Laundry services cost between 6,000 and 20,000 IDR per kilogram, depending on the area. I spend about 100,000 IDR per week.
Coffee and Eating Out:
Coffee: Expect to pay between 15,000 to 40,000 IDR for a cup of coffee at a cafe.
Street Food: Costs around 15,000 IDR.
Restaurants: Meals range from 20,000 to 200,000 IDR depending on the restaurant.
Groceries:
Bali has a mix of local and western-style supermarkets. Imported goods like Nutella or cheese are expensive, but you can find affordable local alternatives.
Gym Memberships:
Gym prices vary:
Local gyms cost about 250,000 IDR per month.
High-end gyms in tourist areas can be as much as 2,000,000 IDR per month.
My Personal Cost of Living in Bali (2024)
Here’s a breakdown of what I spend monthly:
Accommodation: 4,000,000 IDR ($250 USD)
Food and Groceries: 6,000,000 IDR ($370 USD)
Visa: 1,000,000 IDR ($65 USD)
Transportation: 800,000 IDR ($50 USD)
Petrol: 280,000 IDR ($18 USD)
Internet and Phone: 375,000 IDR ($23 USD)
Laundry: 400,000 IDR ($25 USD)
Gym: 300,000 IDR ($18 USD)
Extras: 2,000,000 IDR ($123 USD)
Total: 15,155,000 IDR (about $948 USD)
Conclusion
Living in Bali can be affordable compared to the US or Australia. For around $1,000 USD a month, you can live comfortably in Bali. If you have any other questions about living costs in Bali, feel free to ask!
What is the Currency in Bali?
In Bali, you use the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). When you exchange money, you’ll get a lot of Rupiah, so you might feel like a millionaire! Here are some exchange rates:
1 AUD = 10,500 IDR
1 USD = 16,000 IDR
1 EUR = 17,500 IDR
ATMs are easy to find, and you can withdraw up to 2,000,000 IDR at once. Card payments are common in tourist areas, but some smaller shops don’t accept international cards, so it’s good to carry some cash.
Cost of Living in Bali: A Detailed Guide
Accommodation:
This is usually the biggest expense. You can find a place to stay no matter your budget. Prices depend on location and the type of housing.
Kos (Boarding House): 2,000,000 to 4,000,000 IDR per month.
Guest House: 3,000,000 to 12,000,000 IDR per month.
House: 5,000,000 to 12,000,000 IDR per month.
1 or 2 Bedroom Villa: 15,000,000 to 35,000,000 IDR per month.
3-5 Bedroom Villa: Starts at 30,000,000 IDR per month.
Transportation:
Taxis and Motorbikes: You can use apps like Gojek or Grab. A 10-minute ride on a bike costs around 10,000 IDR, and a 30-45 minute car ride costs less than 100,000 IDR.
Private Driver: If you need a driver for the day, it costs about 600,000 IDR.
Renting a Motorbike: Monthly rental prices range from 100,000 IDR to 2,000,000 IDR, depending on the bike. Petrol is cheap at 10,000 to 13,700 IDR per liter.
Visas:
You can stay in Bali with different visas. Here are the costs:
Visa on Arrival: 500,000 IDR, extendable for another 500,000 IDR.
B211 Visa: Costs around 1,300,000 IDR per month.
Digital Nomad Visa: About 11,000,000 IDR per year.
Phone and Internet:
Mobile data is cheap. I use Telkomsel and pay 75,000 IDR for 28GB of data. Avoid international SIM cards, as local ones are much cheaper.
Laundry:
Laundry services cost between 6,000 and 20,000 IDR per kilogram, depending on the area. I spend about 100,000 IDR per week.
Coffee and Eating Out:
Coffee: Expect to pay between 15,000 to 40,000 IDR for a cup of coffee at a cafe.
Street Food: Costs around 15,000 IDR.
Restaurants: Meals range from 20,000 to 200,000 IDR depending on the restaurant.
Groceries:
Bali has a mix of local and western-style supermarkets. Imported goods like Nutella or cheese are expensive, but you can find affordable local alternatives.
Gym Memberships:
Gym prices vary:
Local gyms cost about 250,000 IDR per month.
High-end gyms in tourist areas can be as much as 2,000,000 IDR per month.
My Personal Cost of Living in Bali (2024)
Here’s a breakdown of what I spend monthly:
Accommodation: 4,000,000 IDR ($250 USD)
Food and Groceries: 6,000,000 IDR ($370 USD)
Visa: 1,000,000 IDR ($65 USD)
Transportation: 800,000 IDR ($50 USD)
Petrol: 280,000 IDR ($18 USD)
Internet and Phone: 375,000 IDR ($23 USD)
Laundry: 400,000 IDR ($25 USD)
Gym: 300,000 IDR ($18 USD)
Extras: 2,000,000 IDR ($123 USD)
Total: 15,155,000 IDR (about $948 USD)
Conclusion
Living in Bali can be affordable compared to the US or Australia. For around $1,000 USD a month, you can live comfortably in Bali. If you have any other questions about living costs in Bali, feel free to ask!
