Is Cikini Expensive?

Jakarta, Indonesia

+10% vs Jakarta avg

Living in Cikini, Jakarta

Cikini is a moderately-priced area within Jakarta, with a cost of living index of 27.0 — that is +10% compared to the Jakarta average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #8 out of 21 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 8,490,211/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 Cikini, housing takes up roughly 42% 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 339,608,434 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Cikini

Salaries in Cikini reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 27.0:

After tax and deductions of 20.1% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 339,608,434 would be roughly Rp 271,347,139/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

27.0
COLI Index
1.10x
vs City Avg
Rp 8,490,211
Est. 1BR Rent
#8
of 21 Areas
20.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Cikini

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 312,594,127 salary in Cikini, Jakarta (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 20.1%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 249,815,889/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $20,250
London GBP £17,427
Dubai AED AED 101,327

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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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Cikini:

Rosales, Bogotá Anfa, Casablanca Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City La Molina, Lima Núñez, Buenos Aires Olivos, Buenos Aires

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cikini expensive in Jakarta?

Yes, Cikini is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Jakarta. It costs about +10% more than the city average, ranking #8 out of 21 neighborhoods.

How does Cikini compare to the Jakarta average?

The cost of living in Cikini is above the Jakarta average. With a multiplier of 1.10x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +10% 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.