Is Legian Expensive?

Bali (Denpasar), Indonesia

-12% vs Bali (Denpasar) avg

Living in Legian, Bali (Denpasar)

Legian is a relatively affordable area in Bali (Denpasar), with a cost of living index of 22.3 — that is -12% compared to the Bali (Denpasar) average. At #12 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 6,112,952/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 Legian, housing takes up roughly 29% 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 244,518,072 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Legian

Salaries in Legian reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 22.3:

After tax and deductions of 18.0% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 244,518,072 would be roughly Rp 200,504,819/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

22.3
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
Rp 6,112,952
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 18 Areas
18.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Legian

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 258,179,593 salary in Legian, Bali (Denpasar) (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 18.0%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 211,725,715/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $16,725
London GBP £14,393
Dubai AED AED 83,688

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 Legian:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Legian expensive in Bali (Denpasar)?

Legian is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Bali (Denpasar). It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #12 out of 18 neighborhoods.

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

The cost of living in Legian is below the Bali (Denpasar) average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.