Cost of Living in Belize - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Belize
Address: BZ

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $751 (excluding rent), and $1,256 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,717 (excluding rent), and $2,473 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.85 BZD 17.69

$3.96 BZD 7.92

$14.84 BZD 29.69

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.83 BZD 67.7

$25.00 BZD 50.0

$75.4 BZD 151

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.33 BZD 14.67

$7.31 BZD 14.61

$9.78 BZD 19.56

Cappuccino

$3.52 BZD 7.04

$2.79 BZD 5.58

$5.52 BZD 11.05

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.24 BZD 2.48

$0.97 BZD 1.95

$1.97 BZD 3.94

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 BZD 2.54

$0.51 BZD 1.02

$2.05 BZD 4.09

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.56 BZD 5.13

$1.80 BZD 3.59

$4.06 BZD 8.12

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.89 BZD 7.79

$2.87 BZD 5.74

$4.38 BZD 8.76

Milk (1 liter)

$2.81 BZD 5.62

$1.22 BZD 2.43

$4.87 BZD 9.75

White Bread (500g)

$1.46 BZD 2.91

$0.76 BZD 1.53

$2.54 BZD 5.09

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.61 BZD 5.22

$0.99 BZD 1.98

$4.36 BZD 8.72

Eggs

$2.37 BZD 4.74

$1.48 BZD 2.95

$3.60 BZD 7.20

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.09 BZD 18.17

$4.67 BZD 9.34

$29.81 BZD 59.6

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.08 BZD 12.16

$3.75 BZD 7.49

$10.72 BZD 21.44

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.86 BZD 13.72

$3.90 BZD 7.81

$12.91 BZD 25.82

Apples (1kg)

$5.89 BZD 11.77

$2.25 BZD 4.49

$10.26 BZD 20.51

Banana (1kg)

$1.13 BZD 2.26

$1.01 BZD 2.02

$2.21 BZD 4.43

Oranges (1kg)

$1.67 BZD 3.34

$0.49 BZD 0.98

$3.24 BZD 6.47

Tomato (1kg)

$3.10 BZD 6.21

$1.08 BZD 2.16

$5.42 BZD 10.83

Potato (1kg)

$3.03 BZD 6.06

$1.54 BZD 3.07

$4.52 BZD 9.03

Onion (1kg)

$2.41 BZD 4.83

$1.46 BZD 2.92

$3.20 BZD 6.41

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.75 BZD 5.50

$1.01 BZD 2.01

$4.03 BZD 8.06

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.16 BZD 2.32

$0.73 BZD 1.46

$1.97 BZD 3.94

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.10 BZD 10.19

$4.06 BZD 8.11

$7.59 BZD 15.19

Wine (Bottle)

$14.84 BZD 29.68

$7.45 BZD 14.89

$31.95 BZD 63.9

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.08 BZD 4.17

$1.28 BZD 2.55

$2.71 BZD 5.41

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.76 BZD 5.51

$1.50 BZD 3.00

$4.53 BZD 9.05

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.95 BZD 3.89

$0.96 BZD 1.93

$3.89 BZD 7.79

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$21.37 BZD 42.73

$20.16 BZD 40.32

$22.59 BZD 45.17

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.55 BZD 7.09

$3.54 BZD 7.07

$4.08 BZD 8.15

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.47 BZD 6.94

$2.93 BZD 5.86

$4.89 BZD 9.77

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$9.66 BZD 19.31

$4.85 BZD 9.70

$14.46 BZD 28.92

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.88 BZD 3.75

$1.60 BZD 3.20

$2.03 BZD 4.06

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$10.4K BZD 20.8K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$20.8K BZD 41.6K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$131 BZD 261

$41.96 BZD 83.9

$371 BZD 742

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$49.83 BZD 99.7

$35.10 BZD 70.2

$50.0 BZD 100

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$56.6 BZD 113

$34.81 BZD 69.6

$80.1 BZD 160

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$35.30 BZD 70.6

$25.14 BZD 50.3

$45.10 BZD 90.2

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$6.28 BZD 12.57

Cinema Ticket

$10.37 BZD 20.75

$8.45 BZD 16.89

$15.05 BZD 30.10

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$64.7 BZD 129

$29.10 BZD 58.2

$100 BZD 200

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$685 BZD 1,369

$354 BZD 708

$1,016 BZD 2,031

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$36.40 BZD 72.8

$9.82 BZD 19.63

$74.1 BZD 148

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$26.34 BZD 52.7

$12.17 BZD 24.34

$59.0 BZD 118

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$85.0 BZD 170

$37.01 BZD 74.0

$117 BZD 233

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$70.7 BZD 141

$37.63 BZD 75.3

$126 BZD 252

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$411 BZD 821

$196 BZD 391

$986 BZD 1,971

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$354 BZD 709

$149 BZD 299

$746 BZD 1,493

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$692 BZD 1,383

$506 BZD 1,012

$1,006 BZD 2,011

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$635 BZD 1,269

$302 BZD 604

$1,258 BZD 2,515

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,446 BZD 2,893

$200 BZD 400

$2,692 BZD 5,385

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,410 BZD 2,820

$1,174 BZD 2,348

$1,646 BZD 3,292

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,101 BZD 2,202

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

13.83

7.5

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 11, 2026

By City in Belize

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Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Belize City	63999	55	$645	$1,089	$1,859	$2,180	356.11	71.59
2	Belmopan	14000		$666	$1,112	$1,562	$2,132	58.99	61.61
3	Benque Viejo	6100						55.37	73.03
4	Carmelita	-						104.14	44.75
5	Caye Caulker	-	95	$1,052	$1,867	$2,081	$3,573	209.54	51.57
6	Corozal	10000		$229	$230	$513	$1,474	121.44	59.08
7	Dangriga	9600		$110	$130	$259	$285	34.32	41.6
8	Hopkins	-		$387	$407	$851	$968	127.48	72.44
9	Ladyville	5400		$150	$287	$292	$809	220.83	59.96
10	Little Belize	2800						72.59	70.61
11	Orange Walk	14500		$28.59	$30.45	$52.4	$60.5	142.79	71.05
12	Placencia	-		$404	$1,252	$1,168	$1,115	108.96	48.22
13	Punta Gorda	6000		$293	$307	$820	$841	66.95	37.81
14	San Ignacio	17878		$356	$705	$952	$1,080	83.34	55.16
15	San Pedro	15456		$652	$1,623	$1,545	$2,600	136.19	68.96
16	Trial Farm	4000						165.45	44.75

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Cost of Living in Belize - Frequently Asked Questions

Belize offers a mix of value that depends on location and lifestyle. Cost of Living in Belize varies by region, with inland towns and smaller cities offering more affordable housing and daily needs, while coastal resorts and popular islands push up prices for lodging and dining. For remote workers, longer stays often unlock better value, especially outside peak tourist seasons. Utilities and internet tend to be reliable, and public transport is reasonably priced, though longer journeys can feel costly if you rely on private taxis. The key to value is choosing neighborhoods that fit your routine and avoiding crowded tourist strips. Tip: Start with a flexible plan, test a few areas, and adjust your budget as you settle.

Daily life depends on where you base yourself. Start your housing search by exploring neighborhoods that match your pace – coastal towns often offer a mix of short-term rentals near beaches and longer-term streets inland. Local markets and family-owned eateries provide fresh produce and affordable meals, while tourist-focused restaurants nearby can be pricier. Transport commonly relies on buses, shuttles, and shared vans; renting a scooter or car is common for wider exploration. For digital nomads, coworking spaces and cafes with reliable Wi‑Fi appear across towns, with quieter options in residential areas. Belize living cost varies by district, so factor commute and lifestyle when choosing a base. Tip: Take a few weeks to sample neighborhoods and use a simple weekly budget to compare options.

Quality of life in Belize hinges on choosing a rhythm that fits your days. Use a simple budgeting framework: essentials (housing, groceries, utilities, internet), discretionary (eating out, activities), and an extra cushion for travel or repairs. Seasonality affects crowds and prices in some places, so plan longer stays during quieter periods if possible and adjust expectations for holidays. Neighborhood fit matters – coastal towns offer easy access to beaches and nightlife; inland districts can be calmer and more affordable, with closer ties to nature and local markets. Language is predominantly English, which helps daily errands and services. Tip: Build recurring monthly checks for rent, groceries, and utilities to track trends and stay flexible.