Cost of Living 2026

Rice Price in Maldives (2026)

Rice costs about $0.51 per 500g ($0.51 / Rp9006.91 IDR) in Maldives in 2026, about 47% below the Rp16845.45 IDR world average. It is the #74 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Egypt, priciest: United States). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Maldives vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Maldives$0.51 per 500g$0.51 / Rp9006.91 IDR
World averageRp16845.45 IDR
World medianRp15541.34 IDR
Cheapest: EgyptRp5298.18 IDRrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: United StatesRp39383.17 IDRrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is rice in Maldives?
Rice costs about $0.51 per 500g (Rp9006.91 IDR) in Maldives in 2026.
Is rice expensive in Maldives?
It is the #74 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 47% below the Rp16845.45 IDR world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
Rice in Maldives is about $0.51 per 500g / Rp9006.91 IDR.
Which country has the cheapest rice?
The cheapest in this comparison is Egypt at about Rp5298.18 IDR.
Which country has the most expensive rice?
The most expensive is United States at about Rp39383.17 IDR.
How does the cost of living in Maldives compare?
The world average for rice is about Rp16845.45 IDR and the median is Rp15541.34 IDR - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
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