Samarinda, Indonesia
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Samarinda is hardly the idyllic Indonesian city many imagine. With just one Liga 2 title to its name, the local football club Borneo Samarinda hardly inspires confidence. More concerning is the city's reputation for bureaucratic headaches - the club had to buy out another team just to compete in the top league. While Borneo Samarinda did make its debut in the ASEAN Club Championship in 2024, finishing a respectable 3-0 over Lion City Sailors, the city itself offers few international opportunities. If you're looking to live abroad and pursue a passion for soccer, Samarinda may not be the best fit.
Can I afford Samarinda?
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You could save
$2503 / month
Savings Rate83%
Rent (Bahamas Average Adjusted)$125
Living Costs $373
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Safety20
Healthcare100
Walkability5
NomadGrocery Basket
Milk (1L)$1
Bread (loaf)—
Eggs (12)$2
Rice (1kg)—
Chicken (1kg)—
Eating Out
Meal (Inexpensive)$2
Meal (Mid-range)$4
Cappuccino$1
Water (0.33L)—
Utilities & Lifestyle
Utilities (mo)$29
Mobile Plan (mo)—
Gym (mo)$15
Cinema Ticket$3
Housing
1BR Center (mo)—
1BR Outside (mo)—
3BR Center (mo)—
3BR Outside (mo)—
Expat Life
English Proficiency
—Expat Community
—Top Neighborhoods
—Elevation
7mNearest Airport
BPN (90km)Local Economy
Avg Monthly Salary
$349Mortgage Interest Rate
11.59%🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Avg Internet
— Temperature
— Annual Rainfall
3593 mm Coworking Spaces
— Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug