Is Amed Expensive?

Bali (Denpasar), Indonesia

-15% vs Bali (Denpasar) avg

Living in Amed, Bali (Denpasar)

Amed is a relatively affordable area in Bali (Denpasar), with a cost of living index of 21.5 — that is -15% compared to the Bali (Denpasar) average. At #13 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 5,904,556/month, compared to a range of Rp 5,209,902 in Tabanan to Rp 8,891,566 in Seminyak.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Amed, housing takes up roughly 28% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 19%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately Rp 236,182,229 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Amed

Salaries in Amed reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 21.5:

After tax and deductions of 17.6% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 236,182,229 would be roughly Rp 194,614,157/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

21.5
COLI Index
0.85x
vs City Avg
Rp 5,904,556
Est. 1BR Rent
#13
of 18 Areas
17.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Amed

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 248,917,545 salary in Amed, Bali (Denpasar) (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 17.6%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 205,134,036/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Amed would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $16,125
London GBP £13,877
Dubai AED AED 80,686

Other Neighborhoods in Bali (Denpasar)

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Seminyak 32.4 1.28x +28%
Canggu 30.9 1.22x +22%
Nusa Dua 29.9 1.18x +18%
Uluwatu 29.1 1.15x +15%
Pererenan 29.1 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Amed:

Chang Phueak, Chiang Mai Sunter, Jakarta Dębniki, Krakow District VIII (Józsefváros), Budapest Go Vap, Ho Chi Minh City District 11, Ho Chi Minh City

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amed expensive in Bali (Denpasar)?

Amed is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Bali (Denpasar). It costs about -15% less than the city average, ranking #13 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Amed compare to the Bali (Denpasar) average?

The cost of living in Amed is below the Bali (Denpasar) average. With a multiplier of 0.85x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -15% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.