Last update: Oct 2026 11M

Cost of Living in Cuba

Name: Cuba
Address: CU

Across Cuba, living costs for one person average $1,273 a month, including rent and utilities, which take more than a third of the total. Other living expenses average about $26 a day.

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🇨🇺 Cuba

Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Cuba

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Cuba actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $1,273 including rent across Cuba.

$1,273 /mo

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $1,737 including rent across Cuba.

$1,737 /mo

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $2,201 including rent across Cuba.

$2,201 /mo

Living costs in Cuba vary widely – from $185 in the most affordable city to $1,570 in the most expensive one, spanning a $1,385 range across 17 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$6.18 CUP 148

$3.09 CUP 74.1

$10.30 CUP 247

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$24.62 CUP 591

$16.61 CUP 399

$69.0 CUP 1,655

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$6.65 CUP 160

$5.12 CUP 123

$7.17 CUP 172

Cappuccino

$1.71 CUP 40.99

$0.51 CUP 12.35

$3.40 CUP 81.5

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

$1.82 CUP 43.65

$1.26 CUP 30.31

$3.03 CUP 72.7

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.10 CUP 26.46

$0.98 CUP 23.54

$2.02 CUP 48.54

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.04 CUP 48.93

$1.02 CUP 24.46

$3.82 CUP 91.7

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.43 CUP 58.3

$1.39 CUP 33.34

$3.72 CUP 89.3

Milk (1 liter)

$2.69 CUP 64.6

$1.96 CUP 47.15

$3.93 CUP 94.3

White Bread (500g)

$1.20 CUP 28.83

$0.59 CUP 14.06

$2.00 CUP 48.05

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.98 CUP 47.56

$0.99 CUP 23.78

$2.97 CUP 71.3

Eggs

$3.41 CUP 81.9

$1.23 CUP 29.43

$5.11 CUP 123

Local Cheese (1kg)

$5.86 CUP 141

$2.48 CUP 59.6

$9.94 CUP 239

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.11 CUP 123

$2.26 CUP 54.2

$7.86 CUP 189

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.44 CUP 275

$3.82 CUP 91.7

$17.49 CUP 420

Apples (1kg)

$4.19 CUP 101

$1.83 CUP 43.82

$6.17 CUP 148

Banana (1kg)

$1.16 CUP 27.86

$0.57 CUP 13.57

$1.56 CUP 37.55

Oranges (1kg)

$1.78 CUP 42.63

$0.97 CUP 23.29

$3.88 CUP 93.2

Tomato (1kg)

$1.88 CUP 45.08

$0.98 CUP 23.60

$2.75 CUP 66.1

Potato (1kg)

$1.88 CUP 45.17

$0.90 CUP 21.65

$3.30 CUP 79.2

Onion (1kg)

$2.55 CUP 61.2

$1.02 CUP 24.48

$3.77 CUP 90.6

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.96 CUP 23.14

$0.41 CUP 9.84

$1.03 CUP 24.61

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.94 CUP 22.52

$0.52 CUP 12.37

$1.13 CUP 27.22

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$3.20 CUP 76.8

$2.95 CUP 70.9

$3.94 CUP 94.5

Wine (Bottle)

$9.55 CUP 229

$3.72 CUP 89.3

$11.76 CUP 282

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.79 CUP 42.86

$0.85 CUP 20.46

$3.04 CUP 73.1

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.10 CUP 50.4

$0.72 CUP 17.27

$3.79 CUP 91.0

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.17 CUP 4.17

$0.43 CUP 10.43

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$19.66 CUP 472

$29.49 CUP 708

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$2.31 CUP 55.4

$1.82 CUP 43.70

$3.29 CUP 78.9

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.38 CUP 9.16

$0.95 CUP 22.90

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$19.70 CUP 473

$14.77 CUP 355

$19.70 CUP 473

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.29 CUP 31.08

$1.03 CUP 24.66

$1.44 CUP 34.53

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

$70.7K CUP 1.7M

$68.2K CUP 1.6M

$75.7K CUP 1.8M

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

$73.0K CUP 1.8M

$64.5K CUP 1.5M

$79.4K CUP 1.9M

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

$36.43 CUP 874

$29.72 CUP 713

$54.5 CUP 1,308

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

$34.75 CUP 834

$14.89 CUP 357

$39.70 CUP 953

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$225 CUP 5,403

$147 CUP 3,517

$249 CUP 5,980

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$39.62 CUP 951

$10.58 CUP 254

$40.76 CUP 978

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$12.71 CUP 305

$9.87 CUP 237

$14.80 CUP 355

Cinema Ticket

$1.02 CUP 24.57

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

$115 CUP 2,767

$95.3 CUP 2,286

$201 CUP 4,813

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$13.5K CUP 323.1K

$10.2K CUP 245.6K

$18.1K CUP 435.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$42.90 CUP 1,030

$19.64 CUP 471

$58.9 CUP 1,414

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$35.23 CUP 845

$24.28 CUP 583

$50.6 CUP 1,214

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$71.7 CUP 1,720

$44.24 CUP 1,062

$88.5 CUP 2,123

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$71.0 CUP 1,704

$27.67 CUP 664

$104 CUP 2,491

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$332 CUP 7,972

$209 CUP 5,027

$549 CUP 13.2K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$454 CUP 10.9K

$216 CUP 5,179

$785 CUP 18.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$876 CUP 21.0K

$601 CUP 14.4K

$1,202 CUP 28.8K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$589 CUP 14.1K

$398 CUP 9,556

$961 CUP 23.1K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$355 CUP 8,524

$297 CUP 7,133

$391 CUP 9,391

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$335 CUP 8,044

$286 CUP 6,875

$370 CUP 8,890

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$35.80 CUP 859

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

9.38

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

Last update: October 27, 2026

Monthly budget structure

Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.

Cuba $1,273

Accommodation & Living

$454 35.7%

Monthly Utilities & Internet

$296 23.3%

Groceries & Markets

$240 18.9%

Eating Out

$117 9.2%

Clothing & Footwear

$99 7.8%

Sport & Entertainment

$42 3.3%

Getting Around

$25 1.9%

Cost Breakdown

National average salary: $37. With average costs at $1,273, the gap is significant. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $231 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $28 for two.

In Havana (capital), expect about $863 per month, while Florida offers the lowest costs at $185 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall cost of living ($1,273) is 6% below the global median of $1,361.

Average rent ($380) is 43% below the global median of $661.

Dinner for two at a restaurant ($28) is 42% below the global median of $48.

Public transport ($23) is 30% below the global median of $33.

Good to know

🕒 Local time

13:14 1:14 PM

🌤 Weather

👥 Population

10,985,974

💱 Currency

Cuban Peso CUP $

📈 Exchange rate

100 CUP = 4.17 USD

100 CUP = 3.74 EUR

Exchange rates and currency converter

By City in Cuba

Lowest

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	Artemisa	48897	28	$523	$569	$1,185	$1,231	18.16	9.12
2	Bayamo	225567	72	$790	$1,479	$1,683	$2,675	191.89	1.3
3	Cayo Coco	-	59	$767	$1,224	$1,492	$2,155	30.56	8.15
4	Cienfuegos	150404	45	$531	$933	$1,203	$1,845	58.45	4.77
5	Florida	53200		$185	$185	$532	$532	102.18	4.17
6	Havana	2141993	41	$598	$863	$1,369	$1,919	116.33	9.33
7	Las Tunas	168645						253.23	5.23
8	Mayari	29259	73	$800	$1,504	$1,562	$3,363	245.82	2.47
9	Palma Soriano	74930	75	$705	$1,570	$1,469	$2,182	24.29	2.19
10	Placetas	39615	59	$496	$1,224	$1,042	$1,680	198	29.21
11	Puerto Padre	34086	66	$1,104	$1,375	$2,454	$2,677	129.81	4.17
12	Sancti Spíritus	108127						84.06	6.25
13	Santa Clara	216056	46	$555	$959	$1,267	$1,920	58.06	11.31
14	Santa Lucia	-	62	$898	$1,276	$1,825	$2,361	203.38	7.77
15	Santiago de Cuba	433099						155.22	5.85
16	Varadero	27170	56	$561	$1,173	$1,237	$1,920	279.18	7.86
17	Yaguajay	13827	59	$798	$1,207	$1,556	$2,186	104.74	27.88

Cuba Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

Mobile

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Fixed Broadband

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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.

Cuba covers a wide cost spectrum. As of 2026, monthly expenses run from about $185 in budget-friendly smaller cities to $1,570 in the priciest areas. The gap is big enough to meaningfully affect lifestyle for anyone on a fixed income.

As of 2026, living expenses in Cuba span $185 to $1,570 monthly. Which city you choose has a big effect on your budget.