Cost of Living in Puerto Rico - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Puerto Rico
Address: PR

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $957 (excluding rent), and $1,853 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,436 (excluding rent), and $3,795 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$14.74 $14.74

$9.82 $9.82

$29.47 $29.47

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$74.7 $74.7

$49.83 $49.83

$125 $125

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$8.82 $8.82

$7.84 $7.84

$11.76 $11.76

Cappuccino

$3.16 $3.16

$1.70 $1.70

$4.85 $4.85

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

$1.57 $1.57

$0.99 $0.99

$1.98 $1.98

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.27 $1.27

$1.01 $1.01

$2.03 $2.03

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.65 $2.65

$1.54 $1.54

$5.12 $5.12

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.10 $4.10

$3.07 $3.07

$6.15 $6.15

Milk (1 liter)

$2.03 $2.03

$1.48 $1.48

$3.45 $3.45

White Bread (500g)

$3.17 $3.17

$2.26 $2.26

$4.52 $4.52

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.23 $2.23

$1.20 $1.20

$4.32 $4.32

Eggs

$5.20 $5.20

$2.29 $2.29

$7.95 $7.95

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.29 $9.29

$4.29 $4.29

$24.32 $24.32

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$8.44 $8.44

$4.88 $4.88

$15.07 $15.07

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$11.26 $11.26

$6.45 $6.45

$16.37 $16.37

Apples (1kg)

$5.26 $5.26

$2.19 $2.19

$8.79 $8.79

Banana (1kg)

$2.56 $2.56

$1.59 $1.59

$4.31 $4.31

Oranges (1kg)

$4.00 $4.00

$1.28 $1.28

$6.69 $6.69

Tomato (1kg)

$4.73 $4.73

$2.50 $2.50

$7.43 $7.43

Potato (1kg)

$3.17 $3.17

$1.73 $1.73

$5.04 $5.04

Onion (1kg)

$2.75 $2.75

$1.86 $1.86

$5.02 $5.02

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.56 $2.56

$1.43 $1.43

$3.90 $3.90

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.81 $1.81

$0.87 $0.87

$2.92 $2.92

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$11.08 $11.08

$10.22 $10.22

$14.10 $14.10

Wine (Bottle)

$15.38 $15.38

$10.04 $10.04

$23.11 $23.11

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.35 $2.35

$1.44 $1.44

$3.03 $3.03

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.31 $3.31

$1.97 $1.97

$4.93 $4.93

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.76 $1.76

$1.51 $1.51

$2.02 $2.02

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$39.92 $39.92

$24.95 $24.95

$59.9 $59.9

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$5.97 $5.97

$4.98 $4.98

$9.95 $9.95

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.94 $0.94

$0.63 $0.63

$1.94 $1.94

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$27.95 $27.95

$15.25 $15.25

$40.66 $40.66

Gasoline (1 liter)

$0.95 $0.95

$0.80 $0.80

$1.18 $1.18

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

$35.2K $35.2K

$30.2K $30.2K

$42.2K $42.2K

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

$27.1K $27.1K

$24.8K $24.8K

$30.7K $30.7K

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

$305 $305

$171 $171

$502 $502

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

$70.5 $70.5

$39.49 $39.49

$128 $128

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$67.0 $67.0

$44.39 $44.39

$98.7 $98.7

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$34.19 $34.19

$11.36 $11.36

$59.8 $59.8

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$33.06 $33.06

$24.62 $24.62

$39.39 $39.39

Cinema Ticket

$8.90 $8.90

$7.42 $7.42

$13.84 $13.84

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

$431 $431

$303 $303

$606 $606

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$7,499 $7,499

$4,139 $4,139

$14.8K $14.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$48.28 $48.28

$25.13 $25.13

$70.4 $70.4

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$45.80 $45.80

$24.71 $24.71

$59.3 $59.3

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$85.8 $85.8

$59.7 $59.7

$109 $109

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$100 $100

$50.1 $50.1

$150 $150

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$815 $815

$501 $501

$1,604 $1,604

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$617 $617

$402 $402

$955 $955

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,575 $1,575

$799 $799

$2,995 $2,995

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,148 $1,148

$711 $711

$2,033 $2,033

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$5,139 $5,139

$1,506 $1,506

$9,016 $9,016

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,952 $1,952

$888 $888

$4,863 $4,863

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,624 $2,624

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.62

3.85

7.5

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

Last update: March 2, 2026

By City in Puerto Rico

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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	Aguada	41000	86	$1,027	$1,695	$2,706	$2,693	154.32	195.75
2	Aguadilla	10919	53	$969	$1,071	$2,402	$2,404	32.33	206
3	Arecibo	39634	73	$898	$1,471	$1,803	$2,919	73.06	184.41
4	Añasco	28000	73	$856	$1,435	$1,963	$2,659	32.61	156.11
5	Bayamon	165368	90	$942	$1,821	$2,476	$3,472	167.41	210.04
6	Cabo Rojo	50000	65	$774	$1,309	$2,084	$2,547	149.37	166.24
7	Caguas	70318	80	$819	$1,567	$2,050	$3,406	78.81	186.66
8	Candelaria	-	73	$938	$1,430	$2,556	$2,872	204.31	196.34
9	Carolina	138304	62	$811	$1,226	$2,396	$2,652	179.79	204.53
10	Cayey	13999	113	$1,007	$2,254	$2,195	$4,767	148.42	118.43
11	Coamo	40000	73	$896	$1,432	$2,103	$3,455	252.96	142.94
12	Dorado	12172	73	$829	$1,465	$2,659	$4,921	140.79	212.99
13	Fajardo	11647	96	$987	$1,911	$2,502	$4,382	113.76	188.5
14	Guayama	18797	106	$852	$2,081	$2,262	$2,777	188.64	151.06
15	Guaynabo	68491	98	$1,125	$1,984	$2,127	$4,388	74.38	219.08
16	Gurabo	45000	82	$879	$1,649	$2,301	$3,258	96.21	199.69
17	Hatillo	-	67	$850	$1,347	$1,979	$2,407	93.86	156.11
18	Hormigueros	-	73	$842	$1,442	$2,159	$2,875	105.44	175.91
19	Humacao	14972	82	$925	$1,625	$1,956	$3,501	88.12	162.72
20	Isabela	45000	67	$812	$1,325	$2,180	$2,593	19.9	195.98
21	Jayuya	15000	85	$941	$1,697	$2,159	$3,238	102.84	95.86
22	Las Marias	9700		$787	$1,206	$2,322	$2,644	32.29	157.13
23	Las Muesas	-	61	$1,090	$1,207	$2,616	$2,720	286.93	118.43
24	Las Piedras	38000	58	$853	$1,144	$2,332	$3,253	117.78	153.94
25	Levittown	-	73	$972	$1,431	$2,445	$2,966	108.54	209.66
26	Luquillo	20000	63	$1,136	$1,251	$2,773	$2,774	28.49	188.35
27	Manati	10974	100	$772	$1,997	$2,093	$3,915	56.79	168.12
28	Mayaguez	57566	76	$780	$1,486	$2,112	$2,901	125.61	174.19
29	Naranjito	-	91	$903	$1,851	$2,256	$2,686	29.87	182.07
30	Ponce	107951	87	$736	$1,739	$1,989	$3,262	126.8	165.45
31	Puerto de Tierra	-	67	$972	$1,356	$1,958	$2,611	-	-
32	Rincon	-	120	$947	$2,427	$2,025	$4,453	156.71	199.69
33	Rio Grande	-	67	$781	$1,328	$2,122	$4,443	176.16	158.25
34	Sabana Grande	25000	73	$984	$1,472	$2,681	$2,854	147.19	120.32
35	San German	35000	73	$1,089	$1,471	$2,160	$2,965	32.8	168.8
36	San Juan	322854	120	$1,067	$2,406	$2,646	$4,498	20.75	215.65
37	San Lorenzo	-	70	$943	$1,416	$2,261	$2,791	65.5	158.25
38	Santa Isabel	23000	85	$937	$1,708	$2,341	$3,104	39.65	160.55
39	Toa Alta	74000	64	$847	$1,282	$2,425	$2,629	248.99	204.74
40	Trujillo Alto	43712	88	$939	$1,743	$1,955	$3,487	11.17	225.49
41	Vega Alta	40000	73	$1,039	$1,469	$2,752	$2,863	15.31	196.34
42	Vega Baja	23415	58	$1,004	$1,174	$2,505	$2,419	132.53	193.96

Puerto Rico Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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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 Puerto Rico - Frequently Asked Questions

The Cost of Living in Puerto Rico tends to feel approachable for travelers, expats, and digital nomads when you compare daily basics to many mainland options. Flexible rentals, coworking spaces, and a strong local food scene help your budget go farther without sacrificing convenience. Prices vary by district: coastal areas and popular tourist towns may be brighter, inland towns often quieter and more affordable, and public transit can be practical in city centers. Seasonal shifts matter for lodging and activities, so scout multiple neighborhoods and time your stays. Tip: Identify a couple of target areas and test a few weeks before committing.

Figure out where you want to live by zoning that matches your pace and budget. In San Juan, Condado and Santurce offer easy access to co-working and nightlife, while areas like Río Piedras or Guaynabo tend to be more affordable and family-friendly. For daily meals, you’ll find abundant farmers markets and small pantries with local produce; try shared kitchens or neighborhood co-ops to stretch costs. Transport is often practical with a mix of rideshares, buses, and limited rail, but a car can unlock more remote beaches. Puerto Rico living cost tends to shift with tourist seasons, so time your search across several months. Tip: Build a short list of 3-5 neighborhoods and test them on foot or by bike.

Quality of life here grows when you balance housing, daily costs, and activities. Choose a neighborhood based on walkability, safety, and quick access to work or beaches. Use a simple budgeting framework: essentials, flexibility, and savings, then adjust with the seasons and local events. Climate affects your expenses – higher electricity use for cooling, seasonal rain, and storm planning shapes routines and storage needs. Shoulder seasons can offer calmer streets and friendlier prices, while major events bring energy but lure crowds. Tip: set a monthly cap on nonessential spends and review it after each week.