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 169

$3.80 HNL 84.7

$9.50 HNL 212

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$33.21 HNL 740

$20.34 HNL 453

$58.6 HNL 1,306

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.15 HNL 182

$6.26 HNL 140

$9.78 HNL 218

Cappuccino

$2.38 HNL 53.0

$1.51 HNL 33.67

$4.62 HNL 103

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

$1.14 HNL 25.47

$0.79 HNL 17.67

$2.06 HNL 45.90

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.02 HNL 22.80

$0.61 HNL 13.55

$3.03 HNL 67.5

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.89 HNL 42.19

$1.13 HNL 25.27

$2.96 HNL 65.9

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.08 HNL 68.8

$2.24 HNL 49.89

$4.49 HNL 100

Milk (1 liter)

$1.47 HNL 32.82

$1.16 HNL 25.86

$2.06 HNL 45.86

White Bread (500g)

$1.97 HNL 43.96

$1.11 HNL 24.67

$3.33 HNL 74.2

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.48 HNL 33.06

$0.93 HNL 20.69

$2.22 HNL 49.48

Eggs

$1.99 HNL 44.37

$1.21 HNL 26.89

$2.78 HNL 62.1

Local Cheese (1kg)

$6.97 HNL 155

$4.86 HNL 108

$14.81 HNL 330

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$5.22 HNL 116

$2.19 HNL 48.83

$7.59 HNL 169

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.67 HNL 238

$6.68 HNL 149

$17.37 HNL 387

Apples (1kg)

$3.33 HNL 74.3

$1.95 HNL 43.45

$5.20 HNL 116

Banana (1kg)

$1.39 HNL 31.03

$0.49 HNL 10.85

$2.40 HNL 53.6

Oranges (1kg)

$2.87 HNL 64.0

$0.75 HNL 16.81

$4.32 HNL 96.3

Tomato (1kg)

$1.59 HNL 35.40

$0.54 HNL 11.95

$2.14 HNL 47.78

Potato (1kg)

$1.70 HNL 37.94

$0.75 HNL 16.79

$2.59 HNL 57.8

Onion (1kg)

$2.24 HNL 49.85

$0.79 HNL 17.61

$3.40 HNL 75.7

Lettuce (1 head)

$0.88 HNL 19.63

$0.63 HNL 14.09

$1.04 HNL 23.10

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.35 HNL 30.19

$0.79 HNL 17.61

$3.08 HNL 68.6

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$2.70 HNL 60.2

$2.64 HNL 58.9

$3.08 HNL 68.7

Wine (Bottle)

$10.02 HNL 223

$6.68 HNL 149

$15.61 HNL 348

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.18 HNL 26.36

$0.75 HNL 16.77

$1.61 HNL 35.94

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.70 HNL 37.80

$1.17 HNL 26.03

$2.03 HNL 45.27

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$0.60 HNL 13.29

$0.57 HNL 12.63

$0.75 HNL 16.77

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$37.12 HNL 827

$36.73 HNL 819

$58.0 HNL 1,293

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.55 HNL 79.2

$2.05 HNL 45.77

$4.11 HNL 91.5

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.44 HNL 32.10

$1.01 HNL 22.54

$1.98 HNL 44.17

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$6.95 HNL 155

$3.81 HNL 85.0

$9.93 HNL 221

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.03 HNL 23.00

$0.92 HNL 20.59

$1.18 HNL 26.28

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

$19.5K HNL 434.4K

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

$20.0K HNL 446.4K

$15.6K HNL 348.8K

$25.4K HNL 566.8K

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

$119 HNL 2,662

$64.5 HNL 1,437

$243 HNL 5,424

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

$10.79 HNL 240

$4.34 HNL 96.8

$26.41 HNL 589

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$46.48 HNL 1,036

$32.67 HNL 728

$95.0 HNL 2,117

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$38.58 HNL 860

$22.78 HNL 508

$61.3 HNL 1,366

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$17.08 HNL 381

$11.55 HNL 258

$23.12 HNL 515

Cinema Ticket

$5.71 HNL 127

$3.80 HNL 84.8

$7.61 HNL 170

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

$216 HNL 4,825

$88.1 HNL 1,964

$349 HNL 7,779

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$3,381 HNL 75.4K

$2,289 HNL 51.0K

$4,197 HNL 93.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$42.44 HNL 946

$19.33 HNL 431

$73.5 HNL 1,637

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$34.76 HNL 775

$11.49 HNL 256

$49.80 HNL 1,110

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$78.6 HNL 1,753

$40.31 HNL 899

$155 HNL 3,452

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$79.8 HNL 1,779

$48.61 HNL 1,083

$137 HNL 3,061

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$436 HNL 9,713

$175 HNL 3,895

$1,011 HNL 22.5K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$352 HNL 7,855

$194 HNL 4,324

$606 HNL 13.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$811 HNL 18.1K

$346 HNL 7,723

$1,782 HNL 39.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$659 HNL 14.7K

$468 HNL 10.4K

$1,522 HNL 33.9K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$1,320 HNL 29.4K

$523 HNL 11.7K

$2,750 HNL 61.3K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$965 HNL 21.5K

$547 HNL 12.2K

$1,598 HNL 35.6K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$553 HNL 12.3K

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

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	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

Honduras Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

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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 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.