Cost of living in Guantanamo

In Guantanamo, Cuba, a single person typically needs around $1558 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $2822 monthly.

How expensive is Guantanamo compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Guantanamo are 9% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Guantanamo compare to your city?

Guantanamo is 60% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Guantanamo is, on average, 62% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Guantanamo?

Who is Guantanamo a good fit for?

Guantanamo is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Guantanamo so expensive?

The high cost of living in Guantanamo is primarily influenced by rent and utilities, which are significantly above average. This can make it challenging for those on a tighter budget.

Is food expensive in Guantanamo?

Food costs in Guantanamo are relatively affordable, being 11% lower than the European benchmark. This offers some relief to residents managing their monthly expenses.

Is public transport affordable in Guantanamo?

Public transport in Guantanamo is quite affordable, being 39% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a cost-effective option for commuting within the city.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1558 $
Without Rent
567 $
Rent & Utilities
991 $
Food
424 $
Transport
46 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
55 $
GDP per Capita
9,500 $
Freedom Index
5.20
Lifespan
78 years
Speak English
6%
Population
228.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 11.1 $
Dinner 28.1 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 7.05 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.36 $
Capuccino 2.92 $
Coke, 330ml 2.01 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.4 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 1.64 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.72 $
Eggs, 12 pack 5.01 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.11 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.94 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.3 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.14 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.11 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.47 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.03 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.24 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.6 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.8 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.73 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 6.93 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.91 $
Cigarette pack 8.11 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 0.23 $
Monthly Pass 31.2 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 1.23 $
Taxi, 8 km 10.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 54.6 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 11.4 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.49 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.49 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.21 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 47 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 73 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 120 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 797 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,082 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 932 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 241 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 35 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 334 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 55 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 8.01%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 23.3 $
Cinema, 1 seat 4.55 $
Haircut 24.5 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 65.3 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 41.6 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 98 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 12,551 $

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Guantanamo vs St. John's (St. John's is 30% less expensive) Guantanamo vs All Saints (All Saints is 31% less expensive)
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Guantanamo vs St. George's (St. George's is 32% less expensive) Guantanamo vs Grenville (Grenville is 32% less expensive)
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