Cuba flagCost of Living Guide

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

Cuba offers one of the lowest costs of living in North America, with overall expenses including rent 41.5% cheaper than the North America average and consumer prices excluding rent 35.6% cheaper. It stands out as significantly more affordable than most regional countries, though expat lifestyles require higher budgets due to imported goods and housing aimed at foreigners. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$300–600 USD — living like a local with casa particular room share, street food, and public buses.
Comfortable
$900–1,700 USD — decent private apartment, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining out, and reliable transport.
Family of four
$2,500–4,000 USD — expat housing, international schooling if available, imported goods, car, and utilities.

Cuba delivers exceptional value for money, being 41.5% cheaper overall than the North America average, ideal for frugal expats or digital nomads stretching budgets on authentic experiences.

Economic & Living Costs in Cuba
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

3-10 CUC
Avg: 6.5 CUC

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

16.8-70 CUC
Avg: 43.4 CUC

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

5-7 CUC
Avg: 6 CUC

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

1-3.75 CUC
Avg: 2.38 CUC
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

200-600 CUC
Avg: 400 CUC

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

268.2-800 CUC
Avg: 534.1 CUC

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

600-1200 CUC
Avg: 900 CUC

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

525.68-965 CUC
Avg: 745.34 CUC
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.2-0.5 CUC
Avg: 0.35 CUC

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

2.8-8 CUC
Avg: 5.4 CUC

Monthly Transport Pass

20-30 CUC
Avg: 25 CUC

Gasoline (1L)

1.05-1.4 CUC
Avg: 1.23 CUC
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

30-55 CUC
Avg: 42.5 CUC

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

120.43-250 CUC
Avg: 185.21 CUC

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

15-40 CUC
Avg: 27.5 CUC
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

2-4 CUC
Avg: 3 CUC

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

0.6-2.05 CUC
Avg: 1.32 CUC

Eggs (12)

1.2-5 CUC
Avg: 3.1 CUC

Local Cheese (1kg)

3.5-10 CUC
Avg: 6.75 CUC
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

8-65 CUC
Avg: 36.5 CUC

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

5-15 CUC
Avg: 10 CUC

Cinema Ticket

1 CUC
Avg: 1 CUC

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

95-165 CUC
Avg: 130 CUC
Last updated: 2026-04-03