Town, Palau
Cost of living in Koror
How much a month costs in Koror
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $3,200–4,500 ($3,200–4,500).
Prices in Koror
Typical 2026 ranges in USD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | USD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | $900–1,600 | $900–1,600 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | $600–1,100 | $600–1,100 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | $30–60 | $30–60 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | $120–220 | $120–220 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | $8–14 | $8–14 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | $22–40 | $22–40 |
| Cappuccino | $4–6 | $4–6 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | $4–7 | $4–7 |
| Getting around | ||
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | $10–20 | $10–20 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | $40–70 | $40–70 |
Value for money: 14/100
A value score of 14/100 means Koror gives more quality of life per dollar than 13% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 82/100.
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Cheaper alternatives to Koror
Similar safety, lower cost, in Oceania.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Rotorua | New Zealand | $1,960–2,690 |
| Taupo | New Zealand | $1,960–2,690 |
| Bay of Islands | New Zealand | $2,020–2,810 |
| Christchurch | New Zealand | $2,130–2,810 |
| Wellington | New Zealand | $2,360–3,090 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Koror?
About $1,800–2,400 on a lean budget, $3,200–4,500 for a comfortable month and $6,000–9,000 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Koror?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs $900–1,600 ($900–1,600) a month in the center and $600–1,100 ($600–1,100) outside it.
How much does food cost in Koror?
A local meal is $8–14 ($8–14); a mid-range restaurant is $22–40 ($22–40) per person.
Is Palau expensive?
Prices in Palau are about 85% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Palau Pristine Paradise Environmental Fee
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 Spotted something out of date?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.