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Gampaha, Sri Lanka

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$454
Retiree Score
75.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
10 facilities

This district is no sleepy village. As the most populous in Sri Lanka, Gampaha squeezes 2,294,641 residents into just 1,387 square kilometers. Don't expect an easy bureaucratic ride - the district is divided into 13 administrative divisions, each with its own Divisional Secretary. And while the Sinhalese majority lives alongside Sri Lankan Moors and Tamils, the diversity can be a persistent headache to navigate.

Those looking for a quiet tropical retreat best look elsewhere. Gampaha is a densely packed urban hub, better suited for ambitious professionals than retirees seeking a slow-paced lifestyle.

Can I afford Gampaha?

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Gampaha

You could save

2,546/mo

Savings Rate85%

Monthly Costs

Rent $36
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$418

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
85/100
Retiree Score
(i)
75/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Sri Lanka Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
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Safety
10
Healthcare
100
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $2
Rice (1kg) *$0
Chicken (1kg) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$2
Meal (Mid-range) $65
Cappuccino $1
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $29
Mobile Plan (mo) $3
Gym (mo) *$8
Cinema Ticket $4

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $24
1BR Outside (mo) *$70
3BR Center (mo) $71
3BR Outside (mo) *$112

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
medium
Expat Community
small
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
3609 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gampaha

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Gampaha has a population of approximately 10,500 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $149 per month in Gampaha, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $59/month.

The nearest airport to Gampaha is CMB, approximately 14km away.

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