USD to IDR Exchange Rate Today
US Dollar to Indonesian Rupiah conversion for Indonesian-American community. Track live USD/IDR rates every 30 minutes for remittances, family support, or investments in Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali, navigating rupiah fluctuations with competitive transfer services and digital wallets.
1000 USD =
17,719,751.89IDR
1 IDR = 0.0001 USD
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USD to IDR conversion table
Common amounts at the current mid-market rate of 1 USD = 17,720 IDR.
| USD | IDR |
|---|---|
| 1 USD | 17,720 IDR |
| 5 USD | 88,599 IDR |
| 10 USD | 177,198 IDR |
| 25 USD | 442,994 IDR |
| 50 USD | 885,988 IDR |
| 100 USD | 1,771,975 IDR |
| 500 USD | 8,859,876 IDR |
| 1,000 USD | 17,719,752 IDR |
| 5,000 USD | 88,598,759 IDR |
| IDR | USD |
|---|---|
| 1 IDR | 0.0001 USD |
| 5 IDR | 0.0003 USD |
| 10 IDR | 0.0006 USD |
| 25 IDR | 0.0014 USD |
| 50 IDR | 0.0028 USD |
| 100 IDR | 0.0056 USD |
| 500 IDR | 0.0282 USD |
| 1,000 IDR | 0.0564 USD |
| 5,000 IDR | 0.2822 USD |
Mid-market rate — the midpoint banks trade at, before any provider adds a margin. What you actually receive is below.
What you actually get for 1,000 USD
Nobody converts at the mid-market rate. At 1 USD = 17,720 IDR, a perfect conversion of 1,000 USD would be 17,719,752 IDR. Here is what 15 services would really send, fee and exchange-rate margin included.
| Service | Their rate | Fee | You get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taptap Sendcheapest | 17,663 | — | 17,662,517 IDR |
| MoneyGram | 17,622 | 0.9900 USD | 17,605,024 IDR |
| Instarem | 17,596 | — | 17,595,714 IDR |
| Sendwave | 17,615 | 1.99 USD | 17,580,151 IDR |
| XE | 17,543 | — | 17,542,554 IDR |
| Wise | 17,720 | 10.80 USD | 17,528,379 IDR |
| Remitly | 17,542 | 1.99 USD | 17,506,760 IDR |
| Pangea | 17,472 | — | 17,471,675 IDR |
| Ria Money Transfer | 17,398 | 1.00 USD | 17,380,209 IDR |
| Revolut | 17,575 | 11.50 USD | 17,372,729 IDR |
| WorldRemit | 17,402 | 1.99 USD | 17,367,760 IDR |
| Paysend | 17,383 | 1.99 USD | 17,347,954 IDR |
| Western Union | 17,347 | 0.9900 USD | 17,330,286 IDR |
| Xoom | 17,213 | — | 17,212,967 IDR |
| OFX | 17,014 | 5.00 USD | 16,928,904 IDR |
On 1,000 USD, the gap between the best and worst option here is 733,613 IDR — the same money, converted on the same day. That difference is the fee plus the margin each service builds into its rate, and it is the only part of this page you can do anything about. How exchange-rate markups work.
Typical pricing for a bank-funded transfer, not a live quote — promotional offers and payment method can change it. Check the provider before sending.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the US Dollar to Indonesian Rupiah exchange rate?
The USD to IDR rate typically ranges between 14,000-16,000 IDR per 1 USD. Bank Indonesia (BI) allows the rupiah to float while occasionally intervening to prevent excessive volatility. Indonesia's export economy (palm oil, coal, manufacturing) and commodity prices influence the rate. For the 100,000+ Indonesian-American community, the rate has gradually climbed over time as the rupiah slowly weakens. Our converter updates every 30 minutes with real mid-market rates from OpenExchangeRates.
How can Indonesians in America send money to Indonesia?
Indonesian-Americans have several remittance options: Remitly (popular for Indonesia, bank/cash pickup), Wise (competitive rates to BCA, Mandiri, BNI, BRI), WorldRemit, Western Union or MoneyGram (extensive agent network across Indonesia's 17,000 islands); digital wallets (GoPay, OVO, Dana increasingly accepted); or direct bank transfers. For Jakarta, Surabaya, Bandung, Medan, or rural Java/Sumatra, compare total IDR received, since differences can be 2-5% between providers.
Why does the rupiah fluctuate against the dollar?
IDR volatility reflects: Indonesia's emerging market status with foreign capital flows, commodity price swings (major palm oil, coal, nickel exporter), Bank Indonesia interest rate policy vs Fed rates, inflation dynamics (typically 2-4%), trade balance fluctuations, and global risk sentiment affecting emerging markets. The 1997 Asian Financial Crisis memory means BI actively manages volatility. For diaspora, rupiah weakness (higher USD/IDR) means more rupiah per dollar sent home.
Is Indonesia expensive for American tourists?
Indonesia is very affordable for Americans, especially outside Bali tourist areas. With $1 USD buying 14,000-16,000 IDR, travelers find excellent value. Local meals $2-5, budget hotels $10-25/night, domestic flights $30-100, temples/attractions $1-10 entry. Bali tourist zones (Seminyak, Ubud) approach Western prices, but Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi, and Lombok offer far better value. Your dollars stretch significantly: Indonesia is one of Asia's best budget destinations.
When is the best time to send dollars to Indonesia?
Rupiah tends to gradually weaken against USD, but timing big swings is hard. For monthly family support, consistent transfers work well. For large transfers (property purchase in Jakarta/Bali, business investment, family events), watch: Bank Indonesia policy meetings, commodity price trends (Indonesia exports palm oil, coal), US Fed decisions, and emerging market sentiment. Send when USD/IDR is elevated (rupiah weak) to maximize rupiah received. Rate alert apps help catch favorable moments.
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