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Maldives, Maldives
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Maldives
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About Maldives, Maldives
Costs exclude rentSingle / month
$11,479
Family of 4 / mo
$29,342
Avg salary (after tax)
$16,525
The Maldives is a beautiful island nation in the Indian Ocean, known for its stunning beaches, clear blue waters, and vibrant coral reefs. It is made up of about 1,190 small islands, many of which are uninhabited. People from all over the world visit the Maldives to relax on the soft, white sandy beaches and enjoy activities like snorkeling, diving, and swimming with colorful fish.
Cost breakdown by category
Cost breakdown
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Fashion
- Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $878.64
- Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $1,555
- Men's Dress ShoesUSD $1,540
- Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $812.26
Financial
- Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.84
- Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $16,576
Food - Beverages
- Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $6.57
- Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $19.83
- CappuccinoUSD $50.69
- Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $162.21
- Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $131.8
Food - Dining
- Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $94.62
- Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $540.7
- Fast Food ComboUSD $202.76
Food - Grocery
- Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $202.76
- Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $135.18
- Lettuce (1 Head)USD $123.92
- White Rice (1 kg)USD $17.69
- Dozen EggsUSD $31.43
- Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $181.73
- Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $81.78
- Beef Round (1 kg)USD $142.48
- Apples (1 kg)USD $69.97
- Bananas (1 kg)USD $69.97
- Oranges (1 kg)USD $69.97
- Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $51.42
- Potatoes (1 kg)USD $23.26
- Onions (1 kg)USD $23.61
- Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $66.44
- Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $9.3
- Milk (1 litre)USD $40.61
Housing
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $4,445
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $27,711
- Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $35,446
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $11,828
- Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $17,066
- Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $4,416
Leisure
- Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $3,148
- Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $58,576
- Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $1,517
- Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $81.11
- Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $165.59
Transportation
- One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $23.66
- Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $698,406
- Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $946,228
- 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $168.97
- Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $54.38
- Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $33.79
- Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $957.24
Utilities (Monthly)
- Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $2,127
- Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $3,148