Is Menteng Expensive?

Jakarta, Indonesia

+30% vs Jakarta avg

Living in Menteng, Jakarta

Menteng is the most expensive area in Jakarta, with a cost of living index of 31.9 — that is +30% compared to the Jakarta average. Only the top 1 of 21 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around Rp 10,033,886/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 Menteng, housing takes up roughly 49% 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 401,355,422 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Menteng

Salaries in Menteng reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 31.9:

After tax and deductions of 21.6% in Indonesia, take-home pay for someone earning Rp 401,355,422 would be roughly Rp 314,662,651/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

31.9
COLI Index
1.30x
vs City Avg
Rp 10,033,886
Est. 1BR Rent
#1
of 21 Areas
21.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Menteng

Estimated annual deductions on a Rp 369,324,172 salary in Menteng, Jakarta (local employee).

Income Tax
17%
BPJS (Health + Employment)
5.0%
Total Deductions: 21.6%
Est. Take-Home: Rp 289,526,920/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $23,925
London GBP £20,590
Dubai AED AED 119,716

Other Neighborhoods in Jakarta

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
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%
Kuningan 28.2 1.15x +15%

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Compare Menteng

Menteng vs Thamrin Menteng vs Sudirman (SCBD) Menteng vs Depok Menteng vs Kelapa Gading

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Menteng:

District I (Buda Castle), Budapest Palermo (Soho), Buenos Aires Old Riga (Vecrīga), Riga Runda, Nairobi District 2 (Thao Dien), Ho Chi Minh City BKK1, Phnom Penh

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Menteng expensive in Jakarta?

Yes, Menteng is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Jakarta. It costs about +30% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 21 neighborhoods.

How does Menteng compare to the Jakarta average?

The cost of living in Menteng is significantly above the Jakarta average. With a multiplier of 1.30x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +30% 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.