Cost of Living in Belize - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Belize
Address: BZ

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $752 (excluding rent), and $1,232 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,765 (excluding rent), and $2,547 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$9.11 BZD 18.21

$4.07 BZD 8.15

$15.28 BZD 30.56

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.44 BZD 66.9

$24.72 BZD 49.43

$74.5 BZD 149

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.29 BZD 14.59

$7.26 BZD 14.53

$9.73 BZD 19.45

Cappuccino

$3.47 BZD 6.94

$2.75 BZD 5.51

$5.45 BZD 10.89

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

$1.22 BZD 2.45

$0.96 BZD 1.92

$1.94 BZD 3.88

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.21 BZD 2.41

$0.49 BZD 0.97

$1.95 BZD 3.89

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.57 BZD 5.13

$1.80 BZD 3.59

$4.06 BZD 8.13

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.04 BZD 8.08

$2.98 BZD 5.96

$4.55 BZD 9.09

Milk (1 liter)

$2.81 BZD 5.62

$1.21 BZD 2.43

$4.87 BZD 9.73

White Bread (500g)

$1.42 BZD 2.84

$0.74 BZD 1.49

$2.48 BZD 4.96

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.58 BZD 5.16

$0.98 BZD 1.95

$4.31 BZD 8.61

Eggs

$2.39 BZD 4.78

$1.49 BZD 2.97

$3.63 BZD 7.25

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.15 BZD 18.30

$4.70 BZD 9.40

$30.02 BZD 60.1

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.12 BZD 12.24

$3.77 BZD 7.54

$10.79 BZD 21.58

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$7.21 BZD 14.41

$4.10 BZD 8.20

$13.56 BZD 27.12

Apples (1kg)

$5.77 BZD 11.54

$2.20 BZD 4.40

$10.05 BZD 20.11

Banana (1kg)

$1.10 BZD 2.20

$0.98 BZD 1.96

$2.15 BZD 4.29

Oranges (1kg)

$1.72 BZD 3.43

$0.50 BZD 1.01

$3.32 BZD 6.64

Tomato (1kg)

$3.15 BZD 6.29

$1.10 BZD 2.19

$5.49 BZD 10.98

Potato (1kg)

$2.95 BZD 5.90

$1.49 BZD 2.99

$4.39 BZD 8.78

Onion (1kg)

$2.41 BZD 4.82

$1.46 BZD 2.91

$3.20 BZD 6.39

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.76 BZD 5.53

$1.01 BZD 2.03

$4.05 BZD 8.10

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.15 BZD 2.30

$0.72 BZD 1.44

$1.95 BZD 3.90

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.90 BZD 9.81

$3.90 BZD 7.81

$7.31 BZD 14.62

Wine (Bottle)

$15.16 BZD 30.31

$7.58 BZD 15.16

$32.52 BZD 65.0

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.08 BZD 4.16

$1.27 BZD 2.55

$2.70 BZD 5.40

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.77 BZD 5.53

$1.50 BZD 3.01

$4.54 BZD 9.09

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.06 BZD 4.12

$1.02 BZD 2.04

$4.12 BZD 8.23

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$21.12 BZD 42.25

$19.93 BZD 39.86

$22.33 BZD 44.66

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.51 BZD 7.02

$3.50 BZD 7.00

$4.04 BZD 8.07

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.58 BZD 7.16

$3.02 BZD 6.04

$5.04 BZD 10.08

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$9.70 BZD 19.40

$4.88 BZD 9.75

$14.53 BZD 29.06

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.85 BZD 3.71

$1.58 BZD 3.16

$2.01 BZD 4.01

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

$10.7K BZD 21.3K

$10.6K BZD 21.3K

$10.7K BZD 21.3K

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

$21.1K BZD 42.1K

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

$131 BZD 262

$42.03 BZD 84.1

$372 BZD 743

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

$49.18 BZD 98.4

$34.64 BZD 69.3

$49.37 BZD 98.7

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$55.6 BZD 111

$34.18 BZD 68.4

$78.7 BZD 157

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.60 BZD 69.2

$24.64 BZD 49.28

$44.21 BZD 88.4

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$6.36 BZD 12.71

Cinema Ticket

$10.44 BZD 20.88

$8.50 BZD 17.00

$15.14 BZD 30.28

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

$63.5 BZD 127

$28.58 BZD 57.2

$98.4 BZD 197

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$668 BZD 1,335

$345 BZD 690

$990 BZD 1,981

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)

$27.11 BZD 54.2

$12.53 BZD 25.05

$60.7 BZD 121

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$84.5 BZD 169

$36.81 BZD 73.6

$116 BZD 232

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$69.7 BZD 139

$37.10 BZD 74.2

$124 BZD 248

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$414 BZD 828

$197 BZD 394

$994 BZD 1,988

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$360 BZD 719

$151 BZD 303

$757 BZD 1,515

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$686 BZD 1,373

$502 BZD 1,004

$998 BZD 1,995

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$639 BZD 1,278

$304 BZD 608

$1,267 BZD 2,533

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,446 BZD 2,892

$200 BZD 400

$2,692 BZD 5,384

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,405 BZD 2,811

$1,170 BZD 2,341

$1,641 BZD 3,281

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,150 BZD 2,300

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: March 2, 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	$693	$1,079	$1,783	$2,173	356.11	71.59
2	Belmopan	14000		$638	$1,115	$1,455	$2,160	58.99	61.61
3	Benque Viejo	6100						55.37	73.03
4	Carmelita	-						104.14	44.75
5	Caye Caulker	-	95	$895	$1,861	$1,947	$3,537	209.54	51.57
6	Corozal	10000		$194	$228	$509	$1,477	121.44	59.08
7	Dangriga	9600		$95.3	$103	$275	$251	34.32	41.6
8	Hopkins	-		$413	$409	$1,056	$950	127.48	72.44
9	Ladyville	5400		$134	$291	$299	$823	220.83	59.96
10	Little Belize	2800						72.59	70.61
11	Orange Walk	14500		$30.92	$31.03	$67.7	$61.7	142.79	71.05
12	Placencia	-		$440	$1,240	$995	$1,122	108.96	48.22
13	Punta Gorda	6000		$282	$302	$874	$843	66.95	37.81
14	San Ignacio	17878		$320	$713	$1,055	$1,077	83.34	55.16
15	San Pedro	15456		$800	$1,643	$1,667	$2,661	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.