Kandy, Sri Lanka

In 2026, a single person living in Kandy needs approximately LKR 73,495/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around LKR 148,360/month. Kandy is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Kandy costs approximately LKR 45,706/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around LKR 89,126/month. Rent has changed +5.8% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Kandy are approximately LKR 17,140 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Kandy costs LKR 2,742 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Kandy average LKR 4,799 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Kandy is located in Sri Lanka (Asia). With a 1-bed rent of LKR 45,706/month and total single-person expenses around LKR 73,495/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Kandy costs approximately LKR 389 in 2026. Budget around LKR 3,108/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Kandy from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 29.8% over this period (from LKR 35,200 in 2022 to LKR 45,706 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Kandy in 2026, a single person needs approximately LKR 73,495/month. This covers rent (LKR 45,706), groceries (LKR 17,140), transport (LKR 2,742), utilities (LKR 4,799) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around LKR 148,360/month.