In Tamarindo, Costa Rica, living costs about $1687 per month for one person and $3443 for a family of four, including rent.
Tamarindo is 18% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Tamarindo is 53% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Tamarindo is, on average, 61% lower than in New York City.
Tamarindo is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The primary reason for Tamarindo's high cost is the elevated prices of rent and utilities. This factor significantly influences the overall living expenses in the area.
Food prices in Tamarindo are only 2% higher than the European benchmark. This slight increase makes it relatively manageable for residents.
Public transport in Tamarindo is 32% lower than the European benchmark. This affordability can be beneficial for those looking to save on travel costs.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 11.4 $ |
| Dinner | 57.9 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.24 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 3.08 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.69 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.9 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.88 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 2.57 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.08 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.23 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.37 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.61 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 13.9 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.27 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.36 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.06 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.93 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.28 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2.62 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.68 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 3.09 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 11.6 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.4 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 4.77 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.15 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 54.7 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.46 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 14.7 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 67.2 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 8.07 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 6.93 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 2.75 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 3.91 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 48 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 75 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 51.1 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 743 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 871 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,623 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,881 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 3,918 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 2,703 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 869 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 8.95% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 96.1 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 6.68 $ |
| Haircut | 12.7 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 105 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 73.2 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 5 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 8,808 $ |