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Cost of Living Guide in Belize

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Belize offers a low cost of living compared to North America, with overall costs including rent about 31.1% cheaper than the regional average and consumer prices excluding rent 24.5% cheaper. Rent is particularly affordable at 54.2% below the North America average, making it ideal for expats and digital nomads seeking value in a Caribbean setting.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$600–$1,000 USD (single person: local food, public transport, modest housing like $300–$500 rent in inland areas such as Corozal or San Ignacio)
Comfortable
$1,500–$3,500 USD (single person: decent coastal/inland apartment $600–$1,200, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining out, reliable internet/utilities)
Family of four
$3,000–$5,000+ USD (family of four: 2–3BR expat housing $900–$2,000, international school fees, imported groceries, car ownership)

Belize delivers excellent value for money, with costs 31.1% lower overall than the North America average, allowing comfortable expat living on $2,000–$3,000 USD/month—ideal for retirees and nomads stretching retirement or remote work income.

Economic & Living Costs in Belize
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

5.97-20 BZD
Avg: 12.99 BZD
+36.7% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

25.8-74.67 BZD
Avg: 50.23 BZD
+6.1% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

7.47-10 BZD
Avg: 8.74 BZD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

1.49-5.95 BZD
Avg: 3.72 BZD
+29.5% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

250-1000 BZD
Avg: 625 BZD
+4.3% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

223.97-750 BZD
Avg: 486.98 BZD
+8.2% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

550-2800 BZD
Avg: 1675 BZD
+91.4% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

300-2000 BZD
Avg: 1150 BZD
+39.4% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

1.5-5 BZD
Avg: 3.25 BZD
+30.2% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

3.85-13.23 BZD
Avg: 8.54 BZD
+14.8% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

20-22.41 BZD
Avg: 21.2 BZD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Gasoline (1L)

1.56-3.46 BZD
Avg: 2.51 BZD
+33.3% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

70-373.28 BZD
Avg: 221.64 BZD
+83.0% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

38.36-75 BZD
Avg: 56.68 BZD
-4.2% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

35-50 BZD
Avg: 42.5 BZD
-14.6% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1.5-7.95 BZD
Avg: 4.72 BZD
+51.0% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

1-3.86 BZD
Avg: 2.43 BZD
+49.5% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

1.2-4.8 BZD
Avg: 3 BZD
+16.3% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

5.92-29.76 BZD
Avg: 17.84 BZD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

24.89-44.66 BZD
Avg: 34.77 BZD
-0.2% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

14 BZD
Avg: 7 BZD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

8.42-15 BZD
Avg: 11.71 BZD
-2.3% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

29.03-100 BZD
Avg: 64.52 BZD
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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