Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Kuwait is 7.42 times more expensive as compared to Indonesia.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Kuwait and Indonesia. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Kuwait and Indonesia.
We always try to give you the latest data, but sometimes mistakes might occur. If you think some content on our site is not updated, please let us know by emailing us at: info.comparedoo@gmail.com
 Indicators  | Kuwait  | Indonesia  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 7,000,000 IDR (455 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 12,000,000 IDR (780 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 18,000,000 IDR (1,170 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 3,500,000 IDR (227.50 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 400 KWD (1,300 USD) | 6,000,000 IDR (390 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 9,000,000 IDR (585 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3 % | 7 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2 % | 1 % |
Property Taxes  | Yet to Update | 0.5 to 1.2 % |
The average housing cost in Kuwait is 2.76 times more expensive than Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 1,500 KWD (4,875 USD) | 10,000,000 IDR (650 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 626.09% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Kuwait costs 7.50 times more compared to Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 291.30% more in Kuwait compared to Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 20,000 IDR (1.30 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 0.60 KWD (1.95 USD) | 5,000 IDR (0.32 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 25,000 IDR (1.62 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 80,000 IDR (5.20 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
In Kuwait, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 5.25 times more expensive than the cost in Indonesia.
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 441.46% more for Groceries.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 20,000 IDR (1.30 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 25,000 IDR (1.62 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 1.80 KWD (5.85 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 2.80 KWD (9.10 USD) | 25,000 IDR (1.62 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 6.39 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 80,000 IDR (5.20 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 80,000 IDR (5.20 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 3.50 KWD (11.38 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 317.86% more in Kuwait compared to Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 400,000 IDR (26 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 5 KWD (16.25 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 14 KWD (45.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 2.11 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 5,000 IDR (0.32 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 250,000 IDR (16.25 USD) |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 1,500,000 IDR (97.50 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 1 KWD (3.25 USD) | 5,000 IDR (0.32 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 5,000 IDR (0.32 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 1.50 KWD (4.88 USD) | 2,500 IDR (0.16 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 5.35 times more for transportation.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 25,000 KWD (81,250 USD) | 150,000,000 IDR (9,750 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 500 KWD (1,625 USD) | 3,000,000 IDR (195 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 1,000,000 IDR (65 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 3.5 % | 5 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 0.90 KWD (2.93 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 3.40 KWD (11.05 USD) | 60,000 IDR (3.90 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | 5 KWD 16.25 USD | 10,000 IDR 0.65 USD |
You would have to pay 8.35 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Kuwait compared to that of Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 250,000 IDR (16.25 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 600,000 IDR (39 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 75 KWD (243.75 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 14.17 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 1,500,000 IDR (97.50 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Haircuts  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 250,000 IDR (16.25 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 4 KWD (13 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 2 KWD (6.50 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 7.79 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 1,000,000 IDR (65 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 600,000 IDR (39 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 180 KWD (585 USD) | 3,000,000 IDR (195 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 600,000 IDR (39 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 400,000 IDR (26 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 600,000 IDR (39 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 400,000 IDR (26 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 70 KWD (227.50 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 50 KWD (162.50 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 7 KWD (22.75 USD) | 60,000 IDR (3.90 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 2.50 KWD (8.13 USD) | 10,000 IDR (0.65 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 3 KWD (9.75 USD) | 15,000 IDR (0.97 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 90 KWD (292.50 USD) | 600,000 IDR (39 USD) |
Sportswear  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 400,000 IDR (26 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 5.68 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 350 KWD (1,137.50 USD) | 3,000,000 IDR (195 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 300 KWD (975 USD) | 2,500,000 IDR (162.50 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 750,000 IDR (48.75 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 80 KWD (260 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 1,000,000 IDR (65 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 8.14 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 450 KWD (1,462.50 USD) | 3,500,000 IDR (227.50 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 600 KWD (1,950 USD) | 4,000,000 IDR (260 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 800 KWD (2,600 USD) | 6,000,000 IDR (390 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 8,000,000 IDR (520 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 2,500 KWD (8,125 USD) | 15,000,000 IDR (975 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 3,500 KWD (11,375 USD) | 20,000,000 IDR (1,300 USD) |
After School Activities  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 200 KWD (650 USD) | 700,000 IDR (45.50 USD) |
Tutoring  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 375,000 IDR (24.37 USD) |
School Supplies  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 250,000 IDR (16.25 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 8.10 times more for school and education.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 120,000 IDR (7.80 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 35 KWD (113.75 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 8 KWD (26 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 15 KWD (48.75 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Bowling  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 30,000 IDR (1.95 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 KWD (32.50 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Video Games  | 45 KWD (146.25 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 12 KWD (39 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 250 KWD (812.50 USD) | 7,000,000 IDR (455 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 3.19 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Art Classes  | 25 KWD (81.25 USD) | 100,000 IDR (6.50 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 KWD (65 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 30 KWD (97.50 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 40 KWD (130 USD) | 150,000 IDR (9.75 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 6 KWD (19.50 USD) | 50,000 IDR (3.25 USD) |
Educational Software  | 60 KWD (195 USD) | 250,000 IDR (16.25 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, instead of Indonesia, you would have to pay 11.34 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 1,200 KWD (3,900 USD) | 8,000,000 IDR (520 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 900 KWD (2,925 USD) | 6,000,000 IDR (390 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 20 KWD per hour (65 USD) | 83,333.33 IDR per hour (5.42 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 700 KWD (2,275 USD) | 1,000,000 IDR (65 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 % | 0 to 11 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 8 % | 4 % |
Pension Contributions  | 5 % | 2 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 70 | 30 |
Median Household Income  | 2,000 KWD (6,500 USD) | 7,000,000 IDR (455 USD) |
If you lived in Kuwait, you would earn 10.91 times more salary as compared to Indonesia.
Indicators | Kuwait | Indonesia |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 150 KWD (487.50 USD) | 500,000 IDR (32.50 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 120 KWD (390 USD) | 400,000 IDR (26 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 KWD (325 USD) | 300,000 IDR (19.50 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 110 KWD (357.50 USD) | 200,000 IDR (13 USD) |
Professional Services cost 17.14 times more in Kuwait, as compared to Indonesia.
We hope you enjoyed the detailed guide on the cost of living comparsion between Kuwait and Indonesia.
For more side-by-side comparsion between Countries, States and Cities, you can use the search box above or click the links below.
The Comparedoo.com family sincerely appreciates your time with us. We look forward to seeing you on our other pages.
