Cost of Living in Haiti - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Haiti
Address: HT

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,059 (excluding rent), and $1,998 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,571 (excluding rent), and $4,549 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$13.25 HTG 1,645

$8.81 HTG 1,094

$15.30 HTG 1,899

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$91.1 HTG 11.3K

$89.2 HTG 11.1K

$107 HTG 13.3K

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.43 HTG 1,171

$7.61 HTG 945

$11.26 HTG 1,398

Cappuccino

$2.43 HTG 301

$1.27 HTG 157

$3.73 HTG 464

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

$2.20 HTG 273

$1.54 HTG 191

$3.05 HTG 379

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.52 HTG 189

$1.51 HTG 188

$1.54 HTG 191

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.86 HTG 604

$7.45 HTG 925

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.11 HTG 883

$9.34 HTG 1,160

Milk (1 liter)

$1.76 HTG 218

$1.53 HTG 190

$2.18 HTG 271

White Bread (500g)

$2.50 HTG 310

$2.33 HTG 289

$2.63 HTG 326

Rice (white) (1kg)

$3.12 HTG 387

$3.08 HTG 382

$3.15 HTG 391

Eggs

$2.97 HTG 368

$1.73 HTG 215

$3.63 HTG 450

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.17 HTG 1,015

$6.89 HTG 855

$9.98 HTG 1,239

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.26 HTG 1,149

$6.09 HTG 756

$15.46 HTG 1,919

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.21 HTG 1,392

$9.36 HTG 1,163

$12.23 HTG 1,518

Apples (1kg)

$3.62 HTG 450

$1.88 HTG 234

$5.09 HTG 632

Banana (1kg)

$1.58 HTG 196

$0.94 HTG 117

$2.57 HTG 319

Oranges (1kg)

$0.93 HTG 115

$0.79 HTG 98.4

$1.03 HTG 128

Tomato (1kg)

$1.90 HTG 236

$1.02 HTG 127

$2.35 HTG 292

Potato (1kg)

$6.20 HTG 769

$5.05 HTG 627

$7.35 HTG 912

Onion (1kg)

$1.99 HTG 247

$0.98 HTG 121

$2.74 HTG 340

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.96 HTG 119

$0.68 HTG 84.7

$1.16 HTG 144

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.06 HTG 132

$1.02 HTG 127

$1.13 HTG 141

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$4.10 HTG 509

$2.05 HTG 255

$4.72 HTG 586

Wine (Bottle)

$11.59 HTG 1,439

$11.60 HTG 1,441

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.44 HTG 178

$0.88 HTG 110

$1.80 HTG 223

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.92 HTG 238

$1.54 HTG 192

$2.24 HTG 278

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.37 HTG 45.52

$0.19 HTG 23.96

$0.41 HTG 51.5

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$20.07 HTG 2,493

$38.46 HTG 4,776

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$0.39 HTG 48.94

$0.45 HTG 55.4

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.42 HTG 52.0

$0.65 HTG 80.5

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$19.88 HTG 2,469

$13.72 HTG 1,703

$19.88 HTG 2,469

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.16 HTG 144

$0.81 HTG 100

$1.26 HTG 157

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

$37.9K HTG 4.7M

$35.4K HTG 4.4M

$40.5K HTG 5.0M

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

$38.7K HTG 4.8M

$45.5K HTG 5.6M

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

$123 HTG 15.3K

$100 HTG 12.4K

$169 HTG 21.0K

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

$47.89 HTG 5,947

$45.27 HTG 5,621

$49.21 HTG 6,111

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$204 HTG 25.4K

$110 HTG 13.6K

$305 HTG 37.9K

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$66.1 HTG 8,212

$21.17 HTG 2,628

$68.8 HTG 8,545

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$18.15 HTG 2,254

$15.09 HTG 1,874

$19.69 HTG 2,444

Cinema Ticket

$10.11 HTG 1,256

$5.06 HTG 628

$10.11 HTG 1,256

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

$101 HTG 12.6K

$50.6 HTG 6,283

$152 HTG 18.8K

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$6,990 HTG 867.9K

$6,812 HTG 845.8K

$7,079 HTG 879.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$85.3 HTG 10.6K

$81.3 HTG 10.1K

$93.5 HTG 11.6K

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$75.6 HTG 9,388

$75.1 HTG 9,319

$76.7 HTG 9,525

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$132 HTG 16.4K

$121 HTG 15.0K

$154 HTG 19.1K

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$165 HTG 20.5K

$151 HTG 18.8K

$193 HTG 24.0K

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$993 HTG 123.3K

$894 HTG 111.1K

$1,164 HTG 144.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$856 HTG 106.3K

$735 HTG 91.3K

$932 HTG 115.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,332 HTG 289.6K

$1,267 HTG 157.3K

$3,237 HTG 401.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,884 HTG 233.9K

$965 HTG 119.9K

$2,729 HTG 338.9K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,712 HTG 212.6K

$876 HTG 108.8K

$2,530 HTG 314.1K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,349 HTG 167.5K

$611 HTG 75.8K

$1,911 HTG 237.3K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,228 HTG 152.5K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

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

Last update: January 19, 2026

By City in Haiti

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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	Arcahaie	118500						469.64	20.76
2	Carrefour	511345	91	$912	$1,824	$2,174	$3,526	201.19	61.69
3	Jacmel	107578						29.11	62.1
4	Leogane	78477						139.82	50.23
5	Les Cayes	132406						326.1	62.67
6	Port-au-Prince	1275000	101	$1,008	$2,049	$2,158	$4,333	30.18	47.14
7	Pétion-Ville	342400	113	$1,300	$2,212	$3,070	$5,260	248.44	50.92
8	Thomazeau	52017						53.47	33.05
9	Verrettes	14015						258.21	96.05

Haiti Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

215

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

Mbps

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 Haiti - Frequently Asked Questions

Affordability in Haiti is highly location and lifestyle dependent. If you focus on local services, markets, and modest accommodations outside tourist zones, you can stretch a budget without sacrificing basic comfort. Expat enclaves and certain urban areas may push costs higher, but many everyday tasks and meals remain inexpensive relative to Western standards. The Cost of Living in Haiti tends to reflect access to reliable utilities, transport, and the choice between convenience and immersion. Travelers, remote workers, and long-stay visitors often value the balance of affordability, access to community, and unique experiences over peak-luxury options. Tip: build redundancy for outages and lean toward local suppliers to keep costs predictable.

Daily life centers on smart, practical choices. Start your housing hunt in neighborhoods with a balance of safety, accessibility, and local flavor, using on-site visits and local networks rather than distant listings. Food options range from bustling markets to affordable street meals and affordable fresh produce – cooking at home often saves money and offers a closer connection to daily life. Transport is varied: shared taxis, motorcycles, and walkable streets depending on area. Co-working spaces exist in major towns for digital work, and errands unfold around market days and pharmacy runs. Haiti living cost fluctuates with area and season, so plan a flexible routine. Tip: schedule errands in blocks to minimize trips.

Quality of life hinges on how you balance practicality, safety, and social connection. Build a simple budgeting framework: separate fixed costs (rent, utilities) from flexible spending (food, transport), track receipts, and adjust monthly as utilities and supplies shift with seasons. Seasonality includes rainy periods and disruptions that affect travel and power – have backup plans for connectivity and a flexible schedule. Neighborhood fit matters: Petion-Ville and similar urban pockets offer services and expat communities, while smaller towns offer calmer vibes and closer ties to local life. Prioritize safety, access to fresh markets, and a friendly pace that suits you. Tip: tap into local networks for housing leads and long-term rental options to stabilize costs.