Capital city in Brunei-Muara, Brunei
Cost of living in Bandar Seri Begawan
How much a month costs in Bandar Seri Begawan
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $1,950–2,970 (B$2,500–3,800).
Prices in Bandar Seri Begawan
Typical 2026 ranges in BND, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | BND | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | B$700–1,500 | $547–1,170 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | B$500–1,000 | $391–782 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | B$20–35 | $16–27 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | B$80–180 | $63–141 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | B$3–7 | $2.3–5.5 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | B$15–30 | $12–23 |
| Cappuccino | B$3–6 | $2.3–4.7 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | B$1 | $0.78 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | B$8–15 | $6.3–11.7 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | B$40–100 | $31–78 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | B$15–30 | $12–23 |
Value for money: 37/100
A value score of 37/100 means Bandar Seri Begawan gives more quality of life per dollar than 36% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 74/100.
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Cheaper alternatives to Bandar Seri Begawan
Similar safety, lower cost, in Southeast Asia.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Bandar Seri Begawan?
About $938–1,410 on a lean budget, $1,950–2,970 for a comfortable month and $3,910–7,030 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Bandar Seri Begawan?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs B$700–1,500 ($547–1,170) a month in the center and B$500–1,000 ($391–782) outside it.
How much does food cost in Bandar Seri Begawan?
A local meal is B$3–7 ($2.3–5.5); a mid-range restaurant is B$15–30 ($12–23) per person.
Is Brunei expensive?
Prices in Brunei are about 35% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.