Cost of Living in Honduras - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Honduras
Address: HN

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $627 (excluding rent), and $1,084 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,496 (excluding rent), and $2,273 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$7.76 HNL 205

$3.88 HNL 102

$9.70 HNL 256

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$32.26 HNL 851

$19.76 HNL 522

$56.9 HNL 1,503

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.93 HNL 209

$6.10 HNL 161

$9.52 HNL 251

Cappuccino

$2.38 HNL 62.8

$1.51 HNL 39.90

$4.63 HNL 122

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

$1.10 HNL 29.02

$0.76 HNL 20.13

$1.98 HNL 52.3

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.03 HNL 27.14

$0.61 HNL 16.12

$3.04 HNL 80.3

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.96 HNL 51.8

$1.17 HNL 31.00

$3.06 HNL 80.9

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.15 HNL 83.1

$2.28 HNL 60.3

$4.58 HNL 121

Milk (1 liter)

$1.55 HNL 40.93

$1.22 HNL 32.26

$2.17 HNL 57.2

White Bread (500g)

$1.99 HNL 52.5

$1.12 HNL 29.49

$3.36 HNL 88.7

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.51 HNL 39.89

$0.95 HNL 24.96

$2.26 HNL 59.7

Eggs

$1.94 HNL 51.3

$1.18 HNL 31.07

$2.72 HNL 71.7

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.19 HNL 190

$5.01 HNL 132

$15.28 HNL 403

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.11 HNL 135

$2.14 HNL 56.6

$7.42 HNL 196

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.02 HNL 291

$6.90 HNL 182

$17.96 HNL 474

Apples (1kg)

$3.39 HNL 89.4

$1.98 HNL 52.3

$5.29 HNL 140

Banana (1kg)

$1.47 HNL 38.72

$0.51 HNL 13.54

$2.53 HNL 66.9

Oranges (1kg)

$2.96 HNL 78.2

$0.78 HNL 20.54

$4.46 HNL 118

Tomato (1kg)

$1.60 HNL 42.26

$0.54 HNL 14.26

$2.16 HNL 57.0

Potato (1kg)

$1.77 HNL 46.73

$0.78 HNL 20.68

$2.70 HNL 71.2

Onion (1kg)

$2.21 HNL 58.3

$0.78 HNL 20.58

$3.35 HNL 88.5

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.83 HNL 21.94

$0.60 HNL 15.75

$0.98 HNL 25.81

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.33 HNL 35.16

$0.78 HNL 20.51

$3.03 HNL 79.9

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.65 HNL 70.1

$2.60 HNL 68.5

$3.03 HNL 80.0

Wine (Bottle)

$9.60 HNL 253

$6.42 HNL 169

$14.92 HNL 394

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.19 HNL 31.31

$0.75 HNL 19.92

$1.62 HNL 42.69

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.69 HNL 44.47

$1.16 HNL 30.62

$2.02 HNL 53.3

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.59 HNL 15.68

$0.57 HNL 14.91

$0.75 HNL 19.80

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$37.16 HNL 981

$36.77 HNL 970

$58.1 HNL 1,532

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.43 HNL 90.6

$1.99 HNL 52.4

$3.97 HNL 105

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.38 HNL 36.47

$0.97 HNL 25.61

$1.90 HNL 50.2

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$7.19 HNL 190

$3.95 HNL 104

$10.28 HNL 271

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.03 HNL 27.28

$0.93 HNL 24.42

$1.18 HNL 31.18

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

$19.2K HNL 506.4K

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

$19.4K HNL 513.3K

$15.2K HNL 401.0K

$24.7K HNL 651.6K

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

$120 HNL 3,164

$64.7 HNL 1,708

$244 HNL 6,446

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

$11.07 HNL 292

$4.45 HNL 118

$27.10 HNL 715

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$46.20 HNL 1,219

$32.47 HNL 857

$94.4 HNL 2,491

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$39.10 HNL 1,032

$23.08 HNL 609

$62.1 HNL 1,638

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$16.78 HNL 443

$11.35 HNL 300

$22.71 HNL 599

Cinema Ticket

$5.85 HNL 154

$3.90 HNL 103

$7.80 HNL 206

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

$214 HNL 5,635

$86.9 HNL 2,293

$344 HNL 9,085

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,357 HNL 88.6K

$2,273 HNL 60.0K

$4,168 HNL 110.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$41.77 HNL 1,102

$19.02 HNL 502

$72.3 HNL 1,908

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.42 HNL 908

$11.37 HNL 300

$49.31 HNL 1,301

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$79.5 HNL 2,098

$40.76 HNL 1,076

$157 HNL 4,132

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$81.0 HNL 2,137

$49.30 HNL 1,301

$139 HNL 3,676

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$432 HNL 11.4K

$173 HNL 4,571

$1,002 HNL 26.4K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$350 HNL 9,242

$193 HNL 5,087

$602 HNL 15.9K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$805 HNL 21.2K

$344 HNL 9,075

$1,768 HNL 46.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$655 HNL 17.3K

$465 HNL 12.3K

$1,513 HNL 39.9K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,312 HNL 34.6K

$521 HNL 13.7K

$2,738 HNL 72.3K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$962 HNL 25.4K

$546 HNL 14.4K

$1,594 HNL 42.1K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$535 HNL 14.1K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

11.44

7.5

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

Last update: January 13, 2026

By City in Honduras

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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	Bay Islands	71500						113.87	138.96
2	Catacamas	112909		$541	$578	$1,204	$1,338	35.54	54.34
3	Choloma	231668	34	$529	$699	$1,120	$1,630	246.25	72.26
4	Choluteca	86179		$160	$265	$282	$424	119.02	86.2
5	Cofradia	-		$511	$563	$1,240	$1,260	70.01	123.18
6	Comayagua	58600		$232	$270	$554	$616	21.14	62.7
7	Copan	56000						160.5	50.09
8	Danli	64976		$478	$591	$1,326	$1,345	56.31	43.82
9	El Progreso	-		$485	$572	$988	$1,239	30.03	61.18
10	Juticalpa	33260		$458	$574	$1,061	$1,302	22.06	66.38
11	La Ceiba	196856	35	$519	$690	$1,200	$1,416	55.33	92.56
12	La Paz	46264		$524	$590	$1,367	$1,338	115.63	83.91
13	Roatan	-	60	$710	$1,223	$1,708	$2,752	12.46	138.96
14	San Pedro Sula	719064	62	$700	$1,255	$1,581	$2,429	181.14	88.65
15	Siguatepeque	60910		$441	$585	$1,076	$1,317	104.21	82
16	Tegucigalpa	1126534	45	$639	$894	$1,399	$1,955	36.61	118.72
17	Villanueva	-		$467	$596	$1,121	$1,321	109.35	76.86
18	Yoro	64425						65.95	31.06

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Cost of Living in Honduras - Frequently Asked Questions

Compared with many Western destinations, Honduras offers a favorable blend of value and lifestyle for travelers, expats, and digital nomads. You’ll find affordable street meals, markets, and public transport, while urban hubs and popular coastal towns deliver modern amenities and coworking spaces. Cost of Living in Honduras varies by location, with urban centers typically more expensive than rural towns, yet still more budget-friendly than many developed regions. Plan around flexible stays and month-to-month rentals to test neighborhoods and avoid peak-season price spikes. Tip: Start with a two-city trial to compare vibes, costs, and access to services before committing long-term.

Daily life in Honduras blends affordability with a relaxed pace and vivid local flavor. Housing searches typically hinge on neighborhood character – look for walkable cores near markets or coworking spaces, and be prepared to negotiate longer leases. Food options range from street snacks to fresh produce at mercados, often providing excellent value for varied diets. Transport mixes buses, colectivos, and rideshares, with some routes slower during high-traffic times. Honduras living cost can shift by city, so compare coastal towns against inland capitals when you plan cost-effective routines. Tip: visit several neighborhoods at different days and times to gauge convenience and safety.

Quality of life hinges on a balanced budget approach, seasonal climate, and choosing areas that match your pace and language comfort. Build a simple budgeting framework: fixed essentials, flexible spends, and a buffer for surprises, then adjust by city. Seasonality affects crowds, prices, and safety at night; the dry season brings brighter days and more events, while rains alter outdoor plans. To find a neighborhood fit, sample both midtown urban cores and quieter coastal towns; ask locals about safety, internet reliability, and access to groceries. Practical tips include negotiating longer leases, using local markets for groceries, and trying short, repeat visits before committing to long-term housing. Tip: map your priorities and test them across a few weeks.