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Cost of Living in Ubud, Indonesia
Ubud is a city in Indonesia, where a single person can expect to spend about $700 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $578 per month, or $432 outside the centre. Internet is slow at around 22 Mbps median download speed, and Indonesia offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Ubud scores 70/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 86°F and winter highs around 84°F, with roughly 192 sunny days a year.
Ubud Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Ubud
How Ubud Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Ubud is cheaper than 93% of them, but sits in the bottom 4% for internet speed.
| Metric | Ubud | World rank | Rank in Asia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $700 | #24 of 340 | #15 of 65 |
| Safety | 70/100 | #137 of 340 | #28 of 65 |
| Healthcare | 40/100 | #312 of 340 | #59 of 65 |
| Internet speed | 22 Mbps | #328 of 340 | #62 of 65 |
| Walkability | 25/100 | #320 of 340 | #57 of 65 |
| Public transit | 10/100 | #308 of 340 | #56 of 65 |
| Food scene | 75/100 | #156 of 340 | #50 of 65 |
| Air quality | 65/100 | #290 of 340 | #40 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 Ubud
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Ubud.
- Dalat, Vietnam — $520/mo, 26% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Kampot, Cambodia — $480/mo, 31% cheaper, safety 62/100
- Nha Trang, Vietnam — $580/mo, 17% cheaper, safety 72/100
Ubud FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Ubud?
A single person should budget around $700 per month in Ubud, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Ubud?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Ubud averages $578 per month, dropping to about $432 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,133.
Is Ubud safe?
Ubud scores 70/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 72/100.
How fast is the internet in Ubud?
Median download speeds in Ubud are around 22 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 40 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Indonesia offer a digital nomad visa?
Yes — Indonesia offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 30 days visa-free before applying.
What is the weather like in Ubud?
Ubud sees summer highs around 86°F and winter highs near 84°F, with about 192 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 92 days.
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