Makassar, Indonesia

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Indonesia

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About Makassar, Indonesia

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$379

Family of 4 / mo

$980

Avg salary (after tax)

$305

Makassar is a vibrant city located on the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia . It is known for its rich culture, delicious food, and beautiful beaches. The city has a mix of modern buildings and traditional markets, making it an interesting place to explore.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $32.21
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $106.78
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $82.63
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $71.17

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)10%
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $340.71

Food - Beverages

Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.41
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $3.25
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.58
CappuccinoUSD $2.54
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $0.89

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $2.03
Fast Food ComboUSD $5.09
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $15.25

Food - Grocery

Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.66
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $20.34
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.06
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $11.66
Milk (1 litre)USD $2.17
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3.11
White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.33
Dozen EggsUSD $2.21
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $9.31
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.73
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.63
Apples (1 kg)USD $3.88
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.36
Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.58
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.26
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.59
Onions (1 kg)USD $2.72

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $188.96
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $266.97
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $122.04
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $661.06
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $254.25
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $61.42

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $39.4
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $14.41
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $4.07
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $77.54
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $7,628

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.14
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $0.92
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $39,155
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $5.59
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $15.25
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $49,834
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.51

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $65.26
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $80.33