Cost of Living in Belize - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Belize
Address: BZ

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $753 (excluding rent), and $1,270 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,722 (excluding rent), and $2,460 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.72 BZD 17.45

$3.90 BZD 7.81

$14.64 BZD 29.27

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.30 BZD 66.6

$24.61 BZD 49.22

$74.2 BZD 148

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.29 BZD 14.58

$7.26 BZD 14.52

$9.72 BZD 19.44

Cappuccino

$3.46 BZD 6.92

$2.75 BZD 5.50

$5.44 BZD 10.87

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

$1.25 BZD 2.50

$0.98 BZD 1.96

$1.98 BZD 3.97

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.25 BZD 2.50

$0.50 BZD 1.01

$2.02 BZD 4.04

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.46 BZD 4.92

$1.72 BZD 3.45

$3.90 BZD 7.80

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.12 BZD 8.24

$3.04 BZD 6.07

$4.63 BZD 9.27

Milk (1 liter)

$2.84 BZD 5.67

$1.23 BZD 2.45

$4.92 BZD 9.83

White Bread (500g)

$1.42 BZD 2.83

$0.74 BZD 1.49

$2.48 BZD 4.95

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.59 BZD 5.17

$0.98 BZD 1.96

$4.32 BZD 8.64

Eggs

$2.44 BZD 4.87

$1.52 BZD 3.03

$3.70 BZD 7.40

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.89 BZD 17.78

$4.57 BZD 9.13

$29.17 BZD 58.3

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.16 BZD 12.33

$3.80 BZD 7.59

$10.87 BZD 21.73

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.16 BZD 14.33

$4.08 BZD 8.15

$13.48 BZD 26.96

Apples (1kg)

$5.91 BZD 11.81

$2.25 BZD 4.51

$10.29 BZD 20.58

Banana (1kg)

$1.15 BZD 2.30

$1.03 BZD 2.05

$2.25 BZD 4.49

Oranges (1kg)

$1.73 BZD 3.45

$0.51 BZD 1.02

$3.34 BZD 6.68

Tomato (1kg)

$3.04 BZD 6.09

$1.06 BZD 2.12

$5.31 BZD 10.62

Potato (1kg)

$2.89 BZD 5.78

$1.46 BZD 2.93

$4.30 BZD 8.61

Onion (1kg)

$2.53 BZD 5.06

$1.53 BZD 3.06

$3.36 BZD 6.71

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.75 BZD 5.50

$1.01 BZD 2.02

$4.03 BZD 8.06

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.16 BZD 2.32

$0.73 BZD 1.45

$1.96 BZD 3.92

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.86 BZD 9.72

$3.87 BZD 7.74

$7.24 BZD 14.49

Wine (Bottle)

$15.27 BZD 30.55

$7.64 BZD 15.27

$32.77 BZD 65.5

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.09 BZD 4.18

$1.28 BZD 2.56

$2.71 BZD 5.42

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.76 BZD 5.52

$1.50 BZD 3.00

$4.53 BZD 9.06

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.98 BZD 3.95

$0.98 BZD 1.96

$3.95 BZD 7.91

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$20.83 BZD 41.66

$19.65 BZD 39.31

$22.02 BZD 44.04

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.56 BZD 7.13

$3.55 BZD 7.11

$4.10 BZD 8.19

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.43 BZD 6.87

$2.90 BZD 5.80

$4.83 BZD 9.67

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$10.05 BZD 20.10

$5.05 BZD 10.10

$15.05 BZD 30.10

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.86 BZD 3.72

$1.58 BZD 3.17

$2.01 BZD 4.02

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

$10.3K BZD 20.7K

$10.3K BZD 20.6K

$10.3K BZD 20.7K

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

$21.3K BZD 42.6K

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

$132 BZD 265

$42.51 BZD 85.0

$376 BZD 751

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

$48.82 BZD 97.7

$34.39 BZD 68.8

$49.01 BZD 98.0

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$57.5 BZD 115

$35.38 BZD 70.8

$81.4 BZD 163

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.34 BZD 68.7

$24.45 BZD 48.90

$43.87 BZD 87.8

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$6.47 BZD 12.95

Cinema Ticket

$10.46 BZD 20.91

$8.51 BZD 17.03

$15.17 BZD 30.34

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

$63.4 BZD 127

$28.52 BZD 57.0

$98.2 BZD 196

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$686 BZD 1,371

$354 BZD 709

$1,017 BZD 2,034

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$37.00 BZD 74.0

$9.98 BZD 19.95

$75.3 BZD 151

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$26.58 BZD 53.2

$12.28 BZD 24.57

$59.5 BZD 119

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$87.2 BZD 174

$37.98 BZD 76.0

$120 BZD 240

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$71.2 BZD 142

$37.87 BZD 75.7

$127 BZD 254

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$423 BZD 847

$202 BZD 403

$1,016 BZD 2,033

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$351 BZD 701

$148 BZD 295

$738 BZD 1,477

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$679 BZD 1,358

$497 BZD 993

$987 BZD 1,974

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$641 BZD 1,281

$305 BZD 609

$1,270 BZD 2,539

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,459 BZD 2,919

$202 BZD 404

$2,717 BZD 5,434

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,383 BZD 2,766

$1,151 BZD 2,303

$1,614 BZD 3,228

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,116 BZD 2,233

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: February 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	$745	$1,083	$1,640	$2,198	356.11	71.59
2	Belmopan	14000		$731	$1,108	$1,342	$2,126	58.99	61.61
3	Benque Viejo	6100						55.37	73.03
4	Carmelita	-						104.14	44.75
5	Caye Caulker	-	95	$985	$1,861	$2,173	$3,625	209.54	51.57
6	Corozal	10000		$257	$225	$540	$1,501	121.44	59.08
7	Dangriga	9600		$104	$103	$259	$250	34.32	41.6
8	Hopkins	-		$412	$406	$827	$976	127.48	72.44
9	Ladyville	5400		$156	$292	$233	$816	220.83	59.96
10	Little Belize	2800						72.59	70.61
11	Orange Walk	14500		$26.85	$31.49	$52.5	$61.8	142.79	71.05
12	Placencia	-		$434	$1,243	$958	$1,135	108.96	48.22
13	Punta Gorda	6000		$263	$306	$955	$835	66.95	37.81
14	San Ignacio	17878		$350	$709	$1,060	$1,047	83.34	55.16
15	San Pedro	15456		$816	$1,683	$1,387	$2,669	136.19	68.96
16	Trial Farm	4000						165.45	44.75

Belize Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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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.