Cost of Living Guide · HaitiCost of Living Guide in Haiti
Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses
Haiti offers a low cost of living, about 10% cheaper overall (including rent) than the North America average and 16% cheaper for consumer prices excluding rent. It stands out as one of the more affordable spots in the region, where the average CPI is higher at 64.4 versus NYC=100. Rent prices are nearly on par with the regional average, just 1% cheaper.
Estimated Monthly Budget
Haiti delivers strong value for money for expats and digital nomads, being 10% cheaper overall than the North America average with low housing and food costs offsetting utility challenges. Local salaries are low, so remote workers get the best deal.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
Monthly Transport Pass
Gasoline (1L)
Utilities for 85m² Apartment
Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)
Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)
Milk (1L)
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
Eggs (12)
Local Cheese (1kg)
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee
Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)
Cinema Ticket
Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)
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