Cost of Living in Honduras - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Honduras
Address: HN

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $623 (excluding rent), and $1,090 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $1,516 (excluding rent), and $2,286 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$7.60 HNL 200

$3.80 HNL 100

$9.50 HNL 251

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.21 HNL 876

$20.34 HNL 537

$58.6 HNL 1,546

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.15 HNL 215

$6.26 HNL 165

$9.78 HNL 258

Cappuccino

$2.38 HNL 62.7

$1.51 HNL 39.85

$4.62 HNL 122

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

$1.14 HNL 30.15

$0.79 HNL 20.91

$2.06 HNL 54.3

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.02 HNL 26.99

$0.61 HNL 16.03

$3.03 HNL 79.9

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.89 HNL 49.93

$1.13 HNL 29.90

$2.96 HNL 78.0

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.08 HNL 81.4

$2.24 HNL 59.1

$4.49 HNL 118

Milk (1 liter)

$1.47 HNL 38.84

$1.16 HNL 30.61

$2.06 HNL 54.3

White Bread (500g)

$1.97 HNL 52.0

$1.11 HNL 29.20

$3.33 HNL 87.9

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.48 HNL 39.13

$0.93 HNL 24.49

$2.22 HNL 58.6

Eggs

$1.99 HNL 52.5

$1.21 HNL 31.82

$2.78 HNL 73.5

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.97 HNL 184

$4.86 HNL 128

$14.81 HNL 391

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.22 HNL 138

$2.19 HNL 57.8

$7.59 HNL 200

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.67 HNL 281

$6.68 HNL 176

$17.37 HNL 458

Apples (1kg)

$3.33 HNL 87.9

$1.95 HNL 51.4

$5.20 HNL 137

Banana (1kg)

$1.39 HNL 36.72

$0.49 HNL 12.84

$2.40 HNL 63.4

Oranges (1kg)

$2.87 HNL 75.7

$0.75 HNL 19.90

$4.32 HNL 114

Tomato (1kg)

$1.59 HNL 41.90

$0.54 HNL 14.14

$2.14 HNL 56.6

Potato (1kg)

$1.70 HNL 44.90

$0.75 HNL 19.87

$2.59 HNL 68.4

Onion (1kg)

$2.24 HNL 59.0

$0.79 HNL 20.84

$3.40 HNL 89.6

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.88 HNL 23.24

$0.63 HNL 16.68

$1.04 HNL 27.34

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.35 HNL 35.73

$0.79 HNL 20.84

$3.08 HNL 81.2

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.70 HNL 71.3

$2.64 HNL 69.7

$3.08 HNL 81.3

Wine (Bottle)

$10.02 HNL 264

$6.68 HNL 176

$15.61 HNL 412

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.18 HNL 31.19

$0.75 HNL 19.85

$1.61 HNL 42.53

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.70 HNL 44.73

$1.17 HNL 30.80

$2.03 HNL 53.6

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.60 HNL 15.73

$0.57 HNL 14.95

$0.75 HNL 19.85

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$37.12 HNL 979

$36.73 HNL 969

$58.0 HNL 1,530

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.55 HNL 93.7

$2.05 HNL 54.2

$4.11 HNL 108

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.44 HNL 37.99

$1.01 HNL 26.67

$1.98 HNL 52.3

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.95 HNL 183

$3.81 HNL 101

$9.93 HNL 262

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.03 HNL 27.22

$0.92 HNL 24.36

$1.18 HNL 31.10

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

$19.5K HNL 514.1K

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

$20.0K HNL 528.4K

$15.6K HNL 412.8K

$25.4K HNL 670.8K

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

$119 HNL 3,150

$64.5 HNL 1,700

$243 HNL 6,419

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

$10.79 HNL 285

$4.34 HNL 115

$26.41 HNL 697

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$46.48 HNL 1,226

$32.67 HNL 862

$95.0 HNL 2,505

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$38.58 HNL 1,018

$22.78 HNL 601

$61.3 HNL 1,616

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$17.08 HNL 451

$11.55 HNL 305

$23.12 HNL 610

Cinema Ticket

$5.71 HNL 151

$3.80 HNL 100

$7.61 HNL 201

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

$216 HNL 5,711

$88.1 HNL 2,324

$349 HNL 9,206

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,381 HNL 89.2K

$2,289 HNL 60.4K

$4,197 HNL 110.7K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$42.44 HNL 1,120

$19.33 HNL 510

$73.5 HNL 1,938

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.76 HNL 917

$11.49 HNL 303

$49.80 HNL 1,314

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$78.6 HNL 2,074

$40.31 HNL 1,063

$155 HNL 4,085

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$79.8 HNL 2,106

$48.61 HNL 1,282

$137 HNL 3,623

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$436 HNL 11.5K

$175 HNL 4,610

$1,011 HNL 26.7K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$352 HNL 9,297

$194 HNL 5,117

$606 HNL 16.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$811 HNL 21.4K

$346 HNL 9,140

$1,782 HNL 47.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$659 HNL 17.4K

$468 HNL 12.3K

$1,522 HNL 40.1K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,320 HNL 34.8K

$523 HNL 13.8K

$2,750 HNL 72.6K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$965 HNL 25.5K

$547 HNL 14.4K

$1,598 HNL 42.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$553 HNL 14.6K

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 19, 2026

By City in Honduras

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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	Bay Islands	71500						113.87	138.96
2	Catacamas	112909		$488	$576	$1,321	$1,333	35.54	54.34
3	Choloma	231668	34	$580	$683	$1,081	$1,597	246.25	72.26
4	Choluteca	86179		$192	$264	$336	$421	119.02	86.2
5	Cofradia	-		$471	$548	$1,343	$1,267	70.01	123.18
6	Comayagua	58600		$224	$271	$549	$618	21.14	62.7
7	Copan	56000						160.5	50.09
8	Danli	64976		$501	$592	$1,224	$1,326	56.31	43.82
9	El Progreso	-		$517	$568	$1,311	$1,223	30.03	61.18
10	Juticalpa	33260		$485	$586	$1,070	$1,332	22.06	66.38
11	La Ceiba	196856	35	$449	$708	$1,153	$1,399	55.33	92.56
12	La Paz	46264		$562	$579	$1,157	$1,335	115.63	83.91
13	Roatan	-	60	$620	$1,186	$1,580	$2,776	12.46	138.96
14	San Pedro Sula	719064	62	$690	$1,242	$1,592	$2,515	181.14	88.65
15	Siguatepeque	60910		$485	$596	$1,403	$1,350	104.21	82
16	Tegucigalpa	1126534	45	$506	$912	$1,599	$1,913	36.61	118.72
17	Villanueva	-		$450	$580	$1,186	$1,333	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.