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Food | Price in ₩ | |||
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12.50 KPW | ||||
7 KPW | ||||
8.50 KPW | ||||
38.75 KPW | ||||
8.50 KPW | ||||
25 KPW | ||||
7.50 KPW | ||||
48.95 KPW | ||||
0.95 KPW | ||||
9.50 KPW | ||||
12 KPW | ||||
18.50 KPW | ||||
8 KPW | ||||
10 KPW | ||||
20 KPW | ||||
2.00 KPW | ||||
5.50 KPW | ||||
8.50 KPW | ||||
25 KPW | ||||
Housing | ||||
165 KPW | ||||
145 KPW | ||||
58.50 KPW | ||||
105 KPW | ||||
200 KPW | ||||
200 KPW | ||||
120 KPW | ||||
2000 KPW | ||||
120 KPW | ||||
Personal Care | ||||
100 KPW | ||||
60 KPW | ||||
18 KPW | ||||
40 KPW | ||||
24.50 KPW | ||||
65 KPW | ||||
105 KPW | ||||
90 KPW | ||||
30 KPW | ||||
100 KPW | ||||
1000 KPW | ||||
3000 KPW | ||||
Entertainment | ||||
120 KPW | ||||
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120 KPW | |||
30 KPW | ||||
15 KPW | ||||
120 KPW | ||||
12.50 KPW | ||||
96.50 KPW | ||||
150 KPW | ||||
2000 KPW | ||||
200 KPW | ||||
500 KPW | ||||
Transportation | ||||
45 KPW | ||||
30 KPW | ||||
6.50 KPW | ||||
140 KPW | ||||
2300 KPW | ||||
Clothes | ||||
150 KPW | ||||
215 KPW | ||||
280 KPW | ||||
135.79 KPW | ||||
120 KPW | ||||
150 KPW |
Cost of living in Myanmar is 47.11% lower than in United States and is 26.94% lower than in Zimbabwe.
Accommodation
Monthly rent for an 85 m2 furnished accommodation in expensive area costs MMK 1 870 320, and monthly rent for an 85 m2 furnished accommodation in normal area costs MMK 958 240. Apartments in Myanmar will have a bed, couch, television, TV, wardrobe and washing machine, to name but a few.
Transport
Larger towns in Myanmar offer a variety of transport options including city buses, motorcycle taxis, bicycle rickshaws or trishaws, horse carts (myint hlei), ox carts, taxis (taxi), or three-wheelers.
Rental Cars- there are several car hire options available in Myanmar including Avis, Apex car rental, and sonic star, to name but a few.
Buses- VIP buses are probably the most comfortable mode of long-distance transport for traveling through Myanmar. They are air-conditioned, with reclining seats, a place to charge your phone, and the price includes a pillow, blanket, snack, and water bottle. Public buses are great for exploring, and are affordable. These usualy cost K200.
Trains- are a great way to get around and they often go through many rural areas to offer a super scenic ride.
Scooters/Motorbikes-The best way to explore the countryside is by motorbike. These offer a more exciting ride and can cost between K500 and K1500.
Taxis- Taxis are reasonably cheap in Myanmar especially metered taxis. Get a metred taxi to avoid being scammed. Taxis can cost between K500 and K1500 as well for a 1.25 mile distance.
Bills and Utilities- The prices of Utilities have risen in recent years. Utility prices in Myanmar are as follows: Basic utilities (Water, heating, garbage and electricity) costs K 128 392, Cable/DSL internet connection (unlimited data and speed of 60Mbps) costs K 24 375, and Local one-minute prepaid calls costs K 30.