Cost of Living in Bali (Canggu & Ubud), 2026

Bare-bones solo (Canggu/Ubud)

~USD 700–1,000/month – basic room or small kos/studio, scooter, local food, minimal nights out.

Comfortable solo

~USD 1,000–2,000/month – decent one-bed villa or apartment, mix of local & Western food, coworking, some travel.

Premium solo

~USD 2,500–3,500+/month – private pool villa, eating out often, regular spa/fitness, trips around Indonesia/region.

Comfortable couple

~USD 1,600–3,000/month – one- or two-bed villa/apartment, scooter(s) or car, dining out a few times a week.

Family (2 adults + 1–2 kids, local/online school)

~USD 2,500–4,500+/month – depends heavily on housing, schooling and healthcare choices.

How much is rent in Canggu in 2026?

• Basic kos or room in shared house: IDR 3.5–7 million/month (USD ~210–450) on a 6–12 month deal.
• Simple studio or 1BR apartment: IDR 7–12 million/month (USD ~450–750), often with shared pool.
• Mid-range 1BR villa (no pool or plunge pool): IDR 10–18 million/month (USD ~650–1,150).
• Nice 1–2BR private pool villa: IDR 18–35+ million/month (USD ~1,150–2,200+), depending on design and access.
• Larger / luxury villas (3BR+): IDR 35–80+ million/month (USD ~2,200–5,000+).

How much is rent in Ubud in 2026?

• Basic room / kos: IDR 3–6 million/month (USD ~190–380).
• Simple 1BR apartment or bungalow: IDR 6–10 million/month (USD ~380–640).
• Mid-range 1BR villa, often with rice-field view: IDR 9–16 million/month (USD ~580–1,020).
• Private pool villa (1–2BR): IDR 15–28+ million/month (USD ~950–1,800+).
• 3BR+ villas or “retreat” style houses: IDR 28–60+ million/month (USD ~1,800–3,800+).

Yearly upfront vs monthly rent

• Full-year payment upfront (one invoice for 12 months).
• Sometimes 50% upfront, 50% at 6 months.

Electricity

• Basic room, fan only: IDR 150k–350k/month (USD ~10–23) if not included in rent.
• Small 1BR with AC (moderate use): IDR 400k–900k/month (USD ~25–60).
• 1–2BR villa with AC + pool: IDR 800k–1.8m/month (USD ~50–115+).
• Larger villas (3BR+, heavy AC): IDR 1.8–4m+/month (USD ~115–260+).

Water & drinking water

• Tap water is not drinking water for most expats. You’ll buy gallon bottles (19L) or use a filter.
• Gallon refills delivered: IDR 20k–35k per gallon (USD ~1.30–2.30). A solo person might go through 3–5 per month.
• Property water bills: often included in rent; if separate, usually IDR 50k–200k/month (USD ~3–13) for typical household use.

Internet & phone

• Home fibre internet (where available): IDR 300k–800k/month (USD ~20–50) for typical packages. Some higher-end villas include this.
• SIM card + data (Telkomsel/XL/IM3 etc.): IDR 70k–200k/month (USD ~5–13) for 15–40GB+ depending on promos.

Eating out

• Local warung meal (nasi campur, etc.): IDR 20k–40k (USD ~1.30–2.60).
• Mid-range café main dish: IDR 70k–130k (USD ~4.50–8.50).
• Coffee (flat white/latte): IDR 30k–55k.
• Smoothie or juice: IDR 30k–70k.
• Western dinner (main + drink): IDR 120k–250k per person (USD ~8–16+).
• Cocktail: IDR 100k–180k (more in beach clubs).
• Beer (local, bar price): IDR 35k–60k.

• Mostly cooking + cheap warung: IDR 2.5–4m/month (USD ~160–260).
• Mix of warung & cafés, some deliveries: IDR 4–7m/month (USD ~260–450).
• Eating out most meals in Western-style places + drinks: IDR 7–12m+/month (USD ~450–770+).

Groceries & cooking at home

• Local vegetables, rice, eggs, tofu/tempe: very affordable, similar or cheaper than many Western countries.
• Imported cheese, cereals, snacks, almond milk, wine: can be the same price as back home or more.

• Mostly local ingredients: IDR 1.5–3m/month (USD ~95–190).
• Mix of local + imported treats: IDR 3–5m/month (USD ~190–320).
• Heavy on imported goods: IDR 5–8m+/month (USD ~320–510+).

Scooter costs

• Monthly scooter rental: IDR 700k–1.2m (USD ~45–75) for a basic automatic; IDR 1.2–2m+ for larger/newer models.
• Fuel: IDR 11k–13k per litre, so a solo person might spend ~IDR 150k–300k/month (USD ~10–20) on petrol.
• Helmet: Often included with rental; if you buy your own, IDR 250k–700k+ depending on quality.

Go-Jek / Grab / taxis

• Short scooter ride (online ojek): IDR 8k–25k.
• Short car ride around town: IDR 25k–70k+ depending on time/distance.
• Airport to Canggu/Ubud: usually IDR 200k–400k (USD ~13–26) via pre-booked car or apps outside airport zone.

Car rental

• Self-drive car rental (monthly): IDR 4–8m/month (USD ~260–510) for basic cars.
• Driver + car (daily): IDR 600k–900k+ for 8–10 hours (excluding fuel, tips).

Coworking & workspaces

• Hot desk memberships: IDR 2–4m/month (USD ~130–260) in Canggu; IDR 1.5–3.5m in Ubud.
• Day passes: IDR 150k–350k/day depending on space and inclusions.
• Private offices: starting around IDR 5–10m/month for small rooms, going much higher for premium brands/locations.

Gyms, yoga & sports

• Local/basic gyms: IDR 200k–500k/month.
• Midrange gyms / fitness clubs: IDR 500k–1.2m/month.
• Premium boutique gyms, functional training boxes, beach clubs with gym access: IDR 1.2–2.5m+/month.
• Yoga classes: IDR 120k–200k per drop-in; class packs bring this down to IDR 90k–150k per class.
• Surfboard rental: IDR 50k–100k per hour or IDR 150k–250k for a half-day.

Leisure & other lifestyle costs

• Massage (local spa): IDR 120k–250k for 60 minutes.
• Midrange spa treatment: IDR 250k–600k depending on duration and venue.
• Cinema (in Denpasar/Kuta): IDR 40k–100k per ticket, plus transport from Canggu/Ubud.
• Weekend trip to nearby islands (Nusa Penida, Gili, etc.): typically IDR 800k–2.5m+ per person including fast boat, 1–2 nights accommodation and simple activities.

Everyday healthcare

• Local clinic/GP consultation: IDR 150k–400k per visit.
• International-standard clinics: IDR 400k–900k per consultation, more for specialists.
• Dentist (simple clean/check-up): IDR 300k–800k.

Insurance

• Basic travel/medical cover for younger digital nomads: can start around USD 50–120/month.
• More comprehensive international cover with hospitalisation: often ranges from USD 150–400+/month, higher with age or extensive benefits.

Visa options and their costs (very high level)

• Tourist / visit visas – suitable for short stays; not legal for working in Indonesia. Serial visa runs carry increasing risk of refusal, deportation or blacklist.
• Remote worker / digital nomad-type options – there are evolving policies here; many remote workers stay on visit visas while earning abroad, but that does not automatically remove Indonesian tax questions if you pass 183 days in a 12-month period.
• Second Home Visa – for people with higher financial thresholds to hold longer-stay rights; see secondhomevisaindonesia.com for current requirements and ranges.
• Golden Visa – targeted at significant investors or high-earners; see goldenvisaindonesia.com for up-to-date bands.

Tax residency and the 183-day rule

• Stay in Indonesia for more than 183 days in any 12-month period; or
• Are present in Indonesia and intend to reside here (e.g., you hold certain long-stay visas with a local domicile).

1. Bare-bones solo in Ubud – ~USD 700–1,000/month

• Rent (simple kos room, 6–12 month term): IDR 3.5m
• Electricity & water (fan or light AC use): IDR 300k
• Internet & phone: IDR 350k
• Food (warungs, occasional café): IDR 3–3.5m
• Scooter + fuel: IDR 950k
• Yoga/gym (basic membership or drop-ins): IDR 400k–600k
• Miscellaneous (laundry, small trips, SIM top-ups): IDR 1–1.5m

2. Comfortable single in Canggu – ~USD 1,200–1,800/month

• Rent (decent 1BR apartment/villa, some privacy): IDR 11–16m
• Electricity, water, waste: IDR 700k–1.3m
• Internet & phone: IDR 500k–800k
• Food (mix of cooking, cafés, deliveries): IDR 5–7m
• Scooter + fuel: IDR 1–1.3m
• Coworking hot desk: IDR 2–3m
• Gym/yoga: IDR 600k–1.2m
• Going out, spas, occasional trips: IDR 2–4m

3. Couple in Ubud – ~USD 1,600–2,600/month

• Rent (nice 1–2BR villa, sometimes with pool): IDR 14–22m
• Utilities: IDR 1–1.8m
• Internet & phone (two SIMs): IDR 800k–1.2m
• Food (cooking + cafés): IDR 7–10m
• 2 scooters + fuel: IDR 1.8–2.4m
• Coworking / workspace (1–2 users): IDR 2–4m
• Gyms/yoga for two: IDR 1–2.4m
• Leisure, trips & buffer: IDR 3–6m

• Pick Ubud or inland Canggu areas rather than beachfront or Berawa hot spots.
• Sign a 6–12 month lease and negotiate rent. Annual contracts usually get lower equivalent monthly rates.
• Eat mostly local food and reserve Western restaurants for a couple of times per week.
• Limit imported groceries (cheese, wine, cereals) and use local alternatives.
• Share costs – house-shares or co-living can keep rent and utilities significantly lower.
• Be realistic about going out – weekly beach clubs and bar nights add up fast in Canggu.

• Working for local businesses on a tourist/visit visa – this is illegal and there have been more audits and deportations since 2023.
• Serial visa runs to dodge long-stay visas – airlines and immigration have become stricter, and being turned away at the border is expensive and stressful.
• Nominee property ownership to “save rent” – contracts can be voidable and you risk losing both your money and the property.