Cost of Living in Cuba - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Cuba
Address: CU

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $792 (excluding rent), and $1,334 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,554 (excluding rent), and $2,236 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.17 CUP 148

$3.08 CUP 74.0

$10.28 CUP 247

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$25.31 CUP 608

$17.01 CUP 408

$70.9 CUP 1,701

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.00 CUP 168

$6.07 CUP 146

$7.08 CUP 170

Cappuccino

$1.63 CUP 39.04

$0.49 CUP 11.76

$3.23 CUP 77.6

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

$1.91 CUP 45.84

$1.22 CUP 29.38

$2.94 CUP 70.5

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.18 CUP 28.23

$0.94 CUP 22.63

$1.94 CUP 46.67

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.04 CUP 48.89

$1.27 CUP 30.55

$5.09 CUP 122

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.49 CUP 59.7

$1.62 CUP 38.98

$5.08 CUP 122

Milk (1 liter)

$2.92 CUP 70.1

$2.04 CUP 48.98

$4.08 CUP 98.0

White Bread (500g)

$1.17 CUP 28.05

$0.47 CUP 11.22

$2.08 CUP 50.0

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.01 CUP 48.15

$0.98 CUP 23.49

$2.94 CUP 70.5

Eggs

$3.18 CUP 76.4

$1.11 CUP 26.54

$5.12 CUP 123

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.75 CUP 138

$2.93 CUP 70.4

$9.78 CUP 235

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.45 CUP 131

$2.82 CUP 67.7

$7.05 CUP 169

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.10 CUP 266

$6.69 CUP 161

$17.85 CUP 428

Apples (1kg)

$4.52 CUP 109

$1.88 CUP 45.02

$6.08 CUP 146

Banana (1kg)

$1.19 CUP 28.55

$0.51 CUP 12.20

$2.03 CUP 48.80

Oranges (1kg)

$1.49 CUP 35.69

$0.98 CUP 23.48

$2.59 CUP 62.2

Tomato (1kg)

$1.61 CUP 38.70

$0.90 CUP 21.55

$2.86 CUP 68.6

Potato (1kg)

$1.76 CUP 42.32

$0.99 CUP 23.64

$2.28 CUP 54.6

Onion (1kg)

$2.50 CUP 60.0

$1.47 CUP 35.21

$4.05 CUP 97.1

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.89 CUP 21.42

$0.36 CUP 8.71

$1.47 CUP 35.31

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.02 CUP 24.42

$0.68 CUP 16.43

$1.47 CUP 35.21

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.42 CUP 82.1

$2.93 CUP 70.4

$3.91 CUP 93.8

Wine (Bottle)

$10.12 CUP 243

$3.80 CUP 91.1

$13.16 CUP 316

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.04 CUP 48.97

$1.52 CUP 36.37

$3.03 CUP 72.7

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.12 CUP 50.9

$1.53 CUP 36.73

$3.06 CUP 73.5

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.20 CUP 4.85

$0.50 CUP 12.12

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$22.14 CUP 531

$19.68 CUP 472

$29.53 CUP 709

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.10 CUP 50.4

$0.98 CUP 23.54

$3.19 CUP 76.5

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.48 CUP 11.40

$0.38 CUP 9.12

$0.95 CUP 22.80

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$19.81 CUP 475

$14.86 CUP 357

$19.81 CUP 475

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.27 CUP 30.48

$1.02 CUP 24.58

$1.35 CUP 32.45

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

$70.6K CUP 1.7M

$66.5K CUP 1.6M

$75.7K CUP 1.8M

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

$74.2K CUP 1.8M

$67.0K CUP 1.6M

$78.8K CUP 1.9M

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

$37.73 CUP 905

$30.12 CUP 723

$55.2 CUP 1,325

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

$34.86 CUP 837

$14.85 CUP 357

$39.61 CUP 951

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$223 CUP 5,356

$145 CUP 3,486

$247 CUP 5,928

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$35.22 CUP 845

$6.99 CUP 168

$64.9 CUP 1,558

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.32 CUP 296

$10.08 CUP 242

$15.13 CUP 363

Cinema Ticket

$1.02 CUP 24.56

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

$107 CUP 2,562

$93.3 CUP 2,238

$162 CUP 3,888

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$13.5K CUP 324.0K

$10.3K CUP 246.3K

$17.7K CUP 424.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$38.61 CUP 927

$19.98 CUP 480

$65.0 CUP 1,559

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$32.01 CUP 768

$24.20 CUP 581

$43.35 CUP 1,040

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$71.1 CUP 1,707

$45.46 CUP 1,091

$85.9 CUP 2,061

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$69.3 CUP 1,662

$29.69 CUP 712

$104 CUP 2,494

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$345 CUP 8,278

$200 CUP 4,803

$700 CUP 16.8K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$514 CUP 12.3K

$345 CUP 8,276

$788 CUP 18.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$892 CUP 21.4K

$592 CUP 14.2K

$1,270 CUP 30.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$634 CUP 15.2K

$500 CUP 12.0K

$1,001 CUP 24.0K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$378 CUP 9,069

$325 CUP 7,803

$402 CUP 9,650

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$344 CUP 8,259

$294 CUP 7,059

$380 CUP 9,128

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$34.80 CUP 835

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

8.96

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

Last update: February 28, 2026

By City in Cuba

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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	Artemisa	48897		$216	$245	$759	$676	18.16	9.12
2	Bayamo	225567	75	$813	$1,488	$1,737	$2,657	191.89	1.3
3	Cayo Coco	-	62	$848	$1,224	$1,465	$2,172	30.56	8.15
4	Cienfuegos	150404	59	$659	$1,160	$1,491	$2,109	58.45	4.77
5	Florida	53200		$22.19	$22.81	$139	$149	102.18	4.17
6	Havana	2141993	48	$679	$954	$1,554	$2,088	116.33	9.33
7	Las Tunas	168645		$401	$377	$882	$914	253.23	5.23
8	Mayari	29259	76	$881	$1,489	$1,504	$2,312	245.82	2.47
9	Palma Soriano	74930	78	$644	$1,574	$1,648	$2,199	24.29	2.19
10	Placetas	39615	78	$918	$1,552	$1,691	$2,187	198	29.21
11	Puerto Padre	34086	66	$1,024	$1,324	$1,875	$2,356	129.81	4.17
12	Sancti Spíritus	108127		$351	$346	$885	$835	84.06	6.25
13	Santa Clara	216056		$6.99	$364	$13.12	$606	58.06	11.31
14	Santa Lucia	-	64	$879	$1,277	$1,629	$2,321	203.38	7.77
15	Santiago de Cuba	433099		$65.9	$64.4	$134	$145	155.22	5.85
16	Varadero	27170	81	$783	$1,608	$1,779	$2,398	279.18	7.86
17	Yaguajay	13827	61	$850	$1,199	$1,559	$2,203	104.74	27.88

Cuba 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.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Cuba - Frequently Asked Questions

Cuba offers a variety of value depending on your lifestyle and location. For many travelers and long-term visitors, daily essentials and local meals can be surprisingly affordable, while imported goods or urban areas may stretch a budget. Expat and digital nomad arrangements that blend home base with occasional travel can find balance by choosing neighborhood hubs with affordable housing and reliable wifi. Cost of Living in Cuba tends to favor simple, locally sourced routines, especially when you stay flexible and plan ahead. Tip: Map out a flexible weekly plan, mix street food with local markets, and test a few co-working spaces before committing.

Daily life in Cuba centers on neighborhood variety, so a thoughtful housing search matters. Seek modest apartments or rooms in areas with reliable wifi and easy walkability, such as parts of Vedado or Miramar, while Old Havana offers historic charm if you’re OK with nightlife buzz. Food options range from street stalls to small cafeterias, with markets a good way to keep meals affordable by buying seasonal produce. For transport, you’ll use buses, shared taxis, and the occasional classic car ride – each with its own cadence and delays. Errands can take a little longer in busy days. The Cuba living cost varies by city and season, so plan with flexibility. Tip: Map out a rough weekly plan and test a few local spots before committing.

Quality of life in Cuba grows from daily rhythm, social ties, and a practical budget that prioritizes essentials and experiences. Use a simple framework: divide your month into housing, food, transport, and flexible fun, then adjust weekly rather than after a month. Seasonality affects crowds and availability, so target shoulder periods for smoother housing hunts and calmer co-working spaces. Neighborhood fit matters – choose areas with reliable wifi, local markets, and easy access to transit. Practical savings come from cooking, buying staples locally, and sharing resources with peers. Tip: keep a small cushion for unexpected delays and build a short, repeatable routine to settle in fast.