Living · Nepal
Kathmandu
Cost of living, housing, transport and neighborhoods in Kathmandu.
Very LowCost
Caution: moderateSafety
ModerateEnglish
1,500,000Population
Safety is a general editorial assessment, not an official rating — check the official travel advisories for Nepal before travelling.
City Overview
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal. Population, cost level and official links below.
Key facts
Population1,500,000
CostVery Low
EnglishModerate
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