Jakarta

🇮🇩Indonesia•Southeast Asia

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living42

Safety65

Healthcare61

Career Opportunities67

Climate56

Transport63

Air Quality57.5

Family Friendliness59.33

Education58

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Jakarta a good place to live?

Jakarta scores 59/100 overall. It is relatively expensive (cost score: 42/100), moderately safe (safety: 65/100), and has decent healthcare (healthcare: 61/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Jakarta?

Jakarta has a cost of living score of 42/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Jakarta?

Jakarta has a transport score of 63/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Jakarta?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Jakarta are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Jakarta safe for expats?

Jakarta has a safety score of 65/100. The city moderately safe and has an air quality score of 57.5/100.

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