Cost of Living in Male, Maldives
Male is a city in Maldives, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,491 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $902 per month, or $688 outside the centre. Internet is slow at around 17 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Male scores 68/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 84°F and winter highs around 82°F, with roughly 259 sunny days a year.
How Male Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Male ranks in the top 14% for air quality, but sits in the bottom 2% for internet speed. It is cheaper than 53% of them.
| Metric | Male | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,491 | #158 of 340 | #60 of 65 |
| Safety | 68/100 | #144 of 340 | #31 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 55/100 | #265 of 340 | #53 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 17 Mbps | #335 of 340 | #65 of 65 |
| Walkability | 60/100 | #149 of 340 | #21 of 65 |
| Public transit | 10/100 | #308 of 340 | #56 of 65 |
| Food scene | 62/100 | #283 of 340 | #62 of 65 |
| Air quality | 91/100 | #45 of 340 | #3 of 65 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Male
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Male.
- Da Nang, Vietnam — $722/mo, 52% cheaper, safety 75/100
- Lombok, Indonesia — $740/mo, 50% cheaper, safety 70/100
- Krabi, Thailand — $960/mo, 36% cheaper, safety 65/100
- Nha Trang, Vietnam — $580/mo, 61% cheaper, safety 72/100
Everyday Prices in Male, Compared
| Item | Male | Against other cities |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR rent, city centre | $902/mo | Cheaper than 55% |
| 1BR rent, outside centre | $688/mo | Cheaper than 52% |
| Utilities | $123/mo | Cheaper than 63% |
| Home internet | $73/mo | Pricier than 86% |
| Transit pass | $32/mo | Cheaper than 67% |
| Gym membership | $75/mo | Pricier than 88% |
| Cheap restaurant meal | $5.98 | Cheaper than 75% |
| Cappuccino | $2.82 | Cheaper than 53% |
| Local beer at a bar | $4.69 | Cheaper than 50% |
Compared with every other city in Voyica's price data that reports the same item.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Male
Male FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Male?
A single person should budget around $1,491 per month in Male, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $2,877 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Male?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Male averages $902 per month, dropping to about $688 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,027.
Is Male safe?
Male scores 68/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 78/100.
How fast is the internet in Male?
Median download speeds in Male are around 17 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 5 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Maldives offer a digital nomad visa?
Maldives does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 30 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Male?
Male sees summer highs around 84°F and winter highs near 82°F, with about 259 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 76 days.
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