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What a month costs, how prices compare with other countries
Monthly cost in Brunei
Spending runs from BND 384 a month in the poorest fifth to BND 2,300 in the richest
Per person, whole country
BND 899
what a typical person spends in a month
Spending across the population
BND 384richest 20%
BND 2,300
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How living costs in Brunei compare
Neighbours, region and the world on the same monthly figure
What things cost here
How much the same goods and services cost in Brunei against other countries
Cheaper than 63% of countries
Where Brunei sits when every country is lined up from cheapest to most expensive
Pakistanmost expensive
Bermuda
middle
A basket of goods and services that costs BND 1,280 at world-middle prices costs BND 1,140 here.
Data source: household consumption 2024 (World Bank, regional estimate), International Comparison Program 2021 (World Bank), adjusted to 2026 using IMF GDP-per-capita growth
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Brunei?
A typical person in Brunei spends about BND 899 a month — around BND 10,800 a year — on housing, groceries, transport and other everyday costs. It's a nationwide average across different regions, cities and types of housing.
What is the standard of living in Brunei?
By spending, Brunei ranks #65 of 185 countries. A typical person spends about BND 899 a month, the poorest 20% about BND 384 and the richest 20% about BND 2,300. The gap between them shows how unevenly people live.
What is the cost of living in Brunei in US dollars?
The cost of living in Brunei is about $700 a month, or roughly $8,400 a year per person.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Brunei?
It all depends on your standard of living. A modest budget runs about BND 384 a month per person, a typical one around BND 899, and a comfortable life around BND 1,270. In big cities and for a family, costs are usually higher.
Is the average salary in Brunei enough to live on?
Yes, with room to spare. Average spending is about BND 899 a month, while the average take-home pay in Brunei is about BND 1,500. For more on incomes, see salaries in Brunei.
Is Brunei an expensive country to live in?
Somewhat. Brunei is more expensive than 65% of countries worldwide and ranks 6th of 27 in Asia by cost of living.
What currency is used in Brunei?
Brunei uses the Brunei Dollar (BND). Amounts on this page are shown in it; the currency switcher converts them.
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