Is Sanur Expensive?

Bali (Denpasar), Indonesia

+5% vs Bali (Denpasar) avg

Living in Sanur, Bali (Denpasar)

Sanur is a relatively affordable area in Bali (Denpasar), with a cost of living index of 26.6 — that is +5% compared to the Bali (Denpasar) average. At #10 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 7,293,863/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 Sanur, housing takes up roughly 35% 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 291,754,518 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Sanur

Salaries in Sanur reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 26.6:

After tax and deductions of 19.9% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 291,754,518 would be roughly Rp 233,695,369/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

26.6
COLI Index
1.05x
vs City Avg
Rp 7,293,863
Est. 1BR Rent
#10
of 18 Areas
19.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Sanur

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 307,963,102 salary in Sanur, Bali (Denpasar) (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 19.9%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 246,574,172/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $19,950
London GBP £17,169
Dubai AED AED 99,826

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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Compare Sanur

Sanur vs Tabanan Sanur vs Seminyak

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Sanur:

Kristiine, Tallinn Viimsi, Tallinn District IX (Ferencváros), Budapest Āgenskalns, Riga Kadıköy, Istanbul Floreasca, Bucharest

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sanur expensive in Bali (Denpasar)?

Sanur is near the city average for Bali (Denpasar). Costs are about +5% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

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

The cost of living in Sanur is above the Bali (Denpasar) average. With a multiplier of 1.05x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +5% 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.