In Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, a single person typically needs around $557 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $1373 monthly.
Overall living costs in Port Moresby are 49% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Port Moresby is 78% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Port Moresby is, on average, 91% lower than in New York City.
Port Moresby is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by rent & utilities and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of costs in Port Moresby is rent & utilities, which can be significant. This impacts overall affordability for many residents.
Food prices in Port Moresby are 42% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. Residents can enjoy a variety of local options without breaking the bank.
Public transport costs are 40% lower than the European benchmark, offering an economical way to navigate the city. This affordability helps residents manage their monthly budgets effectively.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 3.76 $ |
| Dinner | 21.7 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 4.92 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.82 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.85 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.63 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.18 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.76 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.19 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.69 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 6.99 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.38 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.12 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.19 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.27 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.62 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.11 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.95 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.05 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.37 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.29 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 7.65 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.4 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.85 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.45 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 17.3 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.09 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 7.07 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 18.6 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 3.87 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.07 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.56 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.28 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 40 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 62 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 26.6 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 164 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 328 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 237 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 481 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,466 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 872 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 421 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 12.03% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 23.2 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.5 $ |
| Haircut | 4.5 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 67.2 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 32.1 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 128 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 3,923 $ |