Medan
Indonesia, Asia
2.4M people
Asia/Jakarta
Indonesian
City
Cultural
Medan
Medan is the capital of North Sumatra, Indonesia, a bustling city known for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant markets, and strategic position as a major commercial hub.
Commercial
Safety
60
Security
Moderate
Cost
45
Living costs
Affordable
Healthcare
65
Medical
Good
32°
L: 24°
Best time to visitFebruary
Annual rainfall
2000mmCost of Living
45
Overall Cost
Affordable
30
Rent Index
Very Affordable
40
Groceries
Affordable
35
Restaurants
Affordable
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$300
City center
3 Bedroom
$700
City center
Cost vs Global Average5% lower
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
60
Overall Quality Score
Good quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
60
Good
Average60
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
75
Excellent
Good75
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
60
Good
Average60
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
30
Fair
Bad30
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
55
Good
Average55
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 80/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
Entertainment
60/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$1K
Annual Salary
SPEED
20
Mbps Internet
SPACES
5
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
40
out of 100
Poor40
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
65
out of 100
Good65
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
45h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
65
Good
Good65
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
30
Low Cost
Good30
System Overview
System Type
Public and Private
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
72
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent85
Developing health systems
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyModerate
Score: 60/100
Crime Rate IndexModerate
Index: 40/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability70/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Moderate
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
65
Health Index
LIFESPAN
72
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
40
Fair
Poor40
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$25
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.00
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$0.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
50
Fair
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
40
Fair
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
50
Fair
Average50
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
40
Fair
Poor40
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$25
per month
Fuel
$1
per liter
Taxi
$0.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$150
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
55
Fair
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
60
Good
Major Universities
University of North Sumatra
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
80
Excellent80
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
75
Good75
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
60
Average60
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
65
Good65
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
Low
30
Bad30
Language Barrier
Moderate
40
Poor40
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
55
Average55
Digital Nomad Guide
20 Mbps
Internet Speed
5
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure50/100
Visa Process60/100
Banking & Finance70/100
Avg Salary
$500
Work Hours/Week
45h
Internet Cost
$20/month
Visa Info
Check Indonesian embassy website
Business Freedom65/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease55/100
Language BarrierLow Barrier
Score: 40/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency30/100
Cultural Diversity80/100
Official Languages
Indonesian, Malay
Tipping Culture
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Practical Information
Time Zone
Asia/Jakarta
Languages
Indonesian, Malay
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Public and Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not common
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, family-oriented
Best Time to Visit
February
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Moderate
Visa Requirements
Check Indonesian embassy website
Key Statistics
2.4M
Population
45
Cost Index
20 Mbps
Internet
$0.3K
1BR Rent
50
Transport
$1K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of North Sumatra
Nearby location
Airports
Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
Nearby location
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