Cost of Living in Belize - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Belize
Address: BZ

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $760 (excluding rent), and $1,237 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,749 (excluding rent), and $2,519 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.99 BZD 17.97

$4.02 BZD 8.04

$15.08 BZD 30.16

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.05 BZD 66.1

$24.43 BZD 48.86

$73.7 BZD 147

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.68 BZD 15.36

$7.65 BZD 15.30

$10.24 BZD 20.48

Cappuccino

$3.44 BZD 6.89

$2.73 BZD 5.47

$5.41 BZD 10.81

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

$1.23 BZD 2.47

$0.97 BZD 1.94

$1.96 BZD 3.92

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.28 BZD 2.55

$0.51 BZD 1.03

$2.06 BZD 4.12

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.54 BZD 5.08

$1.78 BZD 3.56

$4.02 BZD 8.05

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.02 BZD 8.04

$2.97 BZD 5.93

$4.52 BZD 9.05

Milk (1 liter)

$2.97 BZD 5.94

$1.29 BZD 2.57

$5.15 BZD 10.30

White Bread (500g)

$1.46 BZD 2.92

$0.76 BZD 1.53

$2.55 BZD 5.10

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.61 BZD 5.22

$0.99 BZD 1.98

$4.36 BZD 8.73

Eggs

$2.44 BZD 4.88

$1.52 BZD 3.04

$3.70 BZD 7.41

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.31 BZD 18.62

$4.78 BZD 9.57

$30.55 BZD 61.1

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$6.21 BZD 12.41

$3.82 BZD 7.64

$10.94 BZD 21.88

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$6.95 BZD 13.90

$3.95 BZD 7.91

$13.08 BZD 26.15

Apples (1kg)

$5.78 BZD 11.57

$2.21 BZD 4.41

$10.08 BZD 20.16

Banana (1kg)

$1.14 BZD 2.27

$1.01 BZD 2.03

$2.22 BZD 4.44

Oranges (1kg)

$1.73 BZD 3.47

$0.51 BZD 1.02

$3.36 BZD 6.71

Tomato (1kg)

$3.20 BZD 6.40

$1.11 BZD 2.23

$5.58 BZD 11.16

Potato (1kg)

$3.03 BZD 6.06

$1.54 BZD 3.07

$4.52 BZD 9.03

Onion (1kg)

$2.43 BZD 4.85

$1.47 BZD 2.93

$3.22 BZD 6.43

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.72 BZD 5.44

$1.00 BZD 1.99

$3.98 BZD 7.97

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)

$5.05 BZD 10.10

$4.02 BZD 8.04

$7.52 BZD 15.04

Wine (Bottle)

$15.07 BZD 30.13

$7.53 BZD 15.07

$32.32 BZD 64.6

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.99 BZD 3.98

$1.22 BZD 2.44

$2.58 BZD 5.17

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.79 BZD 5.58

$1.52 BZD 3.03

$4.58 BZD 9.16

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.98 BZD 3.95

$0.98 BZD 1.96

$3.95 BZD 7.90

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$21.42 BZD 42.84

$20.21 BZD 40.41

$22.64 BZD 45.28

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.56 BZD 7.12

$3.55 BZD 7.10

$4.09 BZD 8.19

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.57 BZD 7.15

$3.02 BZD 6.03

$5.03 BZD 10.06

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$9.68 BZD 19.35

$4.86 BZD 9.72

$14.49 BZD 28.98

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.80 BZD 3.59

$1.53 BZD 3.06

$1.94 BZD 3.88

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

$10.6K BZD 21.2K

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

$21.3K BZD 42.7K

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

$129 BZD 259

$41.58 BZD 83.2

$368 BZD 735

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

$49.27 BZD 98.6

$34.71 BZD 69.4

$49.46 BZD 98.9

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$55.4 BZD 111

$34.09 BZD 68.2

$78.4 BZD 157

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.92 BZD 69.8

$24.87 BZD 49.73

$44.62 BZD 89.2

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$6.31 BZD 12.63

Cinema Ticket

$10.13 BZD 20.27

$8.25 BZD 16.50

$14.70 BZD 29.40

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

$64.9 BZD 130

$29.20 BZD 58.4

$101 BZD 201

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$664 BZD 1,328

$343 BZD 686

$985 BZD 1,970

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$36.33 BZD 72.7

$9.80 BZD 19.59

$73.9 BZD 148

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$27.07 BZD 54.1

$12.51 BZD 25.02

$60.6 BZD 121

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$86.0 BZD 172

$37.46 BZD 74.9

$118 BZD 236

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$69.3 BZD 139

$36.85 BZD 73.7

$123 BZD 247

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$410 BZD 820

$195 BZD 390

$984 BZD 1,967

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$351 BZD 702

$148 BZD 296

$740 BZD 1,480

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$671 BZD 1,341

$491 BZD 981

$975 BZD 1,949

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$636 BZD 1,272

$302 BZD 605

$1,260 BZD 2,520

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,420 BZD 2,839

$196 BZD 393

$2,643 BZD 5,286

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,377 BZD 2,755

$1,147 BZD 2,294

$1,608 BZD 3,215

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,149 BZD 2,299

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

13.83

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

Last update: March 8, 2026

By City in Belize

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Highest

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	$778	$1,104	$1,620	$2,194	356.11	71.59
2	Belmopan	14000		$666	$1,137	$1,493	$2,088	58.99	61.61
3	Benque Viejo	6100						55.37	73.03
4	Carmelita	-						104.14	44.75
5	Caye Caulker	-	95	$849	$1,879	$1,893	$3,560	209.54	51.57
6	Corozal	10000		$207	$227	$441	$1,496	121.44	59.08
7	Dangriga	9600		$97.4	$103	$239	$248	34.32	41.6
8	Hopkins	-		$357	$402	$872	$960	127.48	72.44
9	Ladyville	5400		$163	$293	$262	$810	220.83	59.96
10	Little Belize	2800						72.59	70.61
11	Orange Walk	14500		$33.59	$31.02	$59.2	$61.5	142.79	71.05
12	Placencia	-		$481	$1,218	$1,119	$1,105	108.96	48.22
13	Punta Gorda	6000		$284	$314	$818	$860	66.95	37.81
14	San Ignacio	17878		$347	$725	$994	$1,065	83.34	55.16
15	San Pedro	15456		$687	$1,660	$1,404	$2,630	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.