Is Bekasi Expensive?

Jakarta, Indonesia

-28% vs Jakarta avg

Living in Bekasi, Jakarta

Bekasi is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Jakarta, with a cost of living index of 17.6 — that is -28% compared to the Jakarta average. Ranked #20 of 21, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 5,557,229/month, compared to a range of Rp 5,248,494 in Depok to Rp 10,033,886 in Menteng.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Bekasi, housing takes up roughly 27% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately Rp 222,289,157 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Bekasi

Salaries in Bekasi reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 17.6:

After tax and deductions of 17.1% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 222,289,157 would be roughly Rp 184,277,711/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

17.6
COLI Index
0.72x
vs City Avg
Rp 5,557,229
Est. 1BR Rent
#20
of 21 Areas
17.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Bekasi

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 203,765,060 salary in Bekasi, Jakarta (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 17.1%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 169,012,048/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $13,200
London GBP £11,360
Dubai AED AED 66,050

Other Neighborhoods in Jakarta

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Menteng 31.9 1.30x +30%
Sudirman (SCBD) 30.6 1.25x +25%
Thamrin 29.9 1.22x +22%
Senopati 29.4 1.20x +20%
Kemang 28.9 1.18x +18%

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Compare Bekasi

Bekasi vs Depok Bekasi vs Tangerang

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Bekasi:

San Sai, Chiang Mai Don Kaeo, Chiang Mai Berceni, Bucharest Drumul Taberei, Bucharest San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima Electronic City, Bangalore

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bekasi expensive in Jakarta?

Bekasi is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Jakarta. It costs about -28% less than the city average, ranking #20 out of 21 neighborhoods.

How does Bekasi compare to the Jakarta average?

The cost of living in Bekasi is well below the Jakarta average. With a multiplier of 0.72x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -28% 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.