Is Tabanan Expensive?

Bali (Denpasar), Indonesia

-25% vs Bali (Denpasar) avg

Living in Tabanan, Bali (Denpasar)

Tabanan is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Bali (Denpasar), with a cost of living index of 19.0 — that is -25% compared to the Bali (Denpasar) average. Ranked #18 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 5,209,902/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 Tabanan, housing takes up roughly 25% 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 208,396,084 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Tabanan

Salaries in Tabanan reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 19.0:

After tax and deductions of 17.3% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 208,396,084 would be roughly Rp 172,343,562/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

19.0
COLI Index
0.75x
vs City Avg
Rp 5,209,902
Est. 1BR Rent
#18
of 18 Areas
17.3%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Tabanan

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 219,973,645 salary in Tabanan, Bali (Denpasar) (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 17.3%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 181,978,916/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $14,250
London GBP £12,263
Dubai AED AED 71,304

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 Tabanan

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Tabanan:

Binh Tan, Ho Chi Minh City District 8, Ho Chi Minh City Nha Be, Ho Chi Minh City Imanta, Riga Berģi, Riga Prądnik Czerwony, Krakow

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tabanan expensive in Bali (Denpasar)?

Tabanan is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Bali (Denpasar). It costs about -25% less than the city average, ranking #18 out of 18 neighborhoods.

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

The cost of living in Tabanan is well below the Bali (Denpasar) average. With a multiplier of 0.75x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -25% 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.