Is the cost of living in Myanmar high?
We asked people about the cost of living in Myanmar, they wrote...
"The cost of living in Myanmar is generally quite low compared to other countries. However, the cost of living in the larger cities such as Yangon and Mandalay is higher than in the rest of the country. The rental price for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Myanmar is around $400 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment is around $600 USD per month. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Myanmar will cost around $10 USD per person," commented one expat who made the move to Myanmar.

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Is the cost of living in Myanmar high?
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