Kathmandu, Nepal
Cost of Living in Kathmandu, Nepal
Last updated on Feb 03, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Kathmandu, Nepal is generally considered to be quite affordable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Kathmandu can cost anywhere from $200 to $400 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $400 to $800 per month. A dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Kathmandu can cost anywhere from $5 to $15 per person.
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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Kathmandu, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Kathmandu is generally considered to be quite affordable. Basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are relatively inexpensive compared to other cities in the region. However, the cost of living can vary depending on the lifestyle and needs of the individual. For example, luxury items and imported goods can be more expensive than in other cities," said one expat in Kathmandu.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
