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Cost of Living Guide in Suriname

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

Suriname offers a low cost of living, roughly equivalent to the South America regional average overall when including rent, with consumer prices slightly higher but rents significantly lower than the regional norm. It positions as an affordable South American destination, about 70% cheaper than the United States, ideal for expats and digital nomads seeking value in a unique cultural setting. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$300–600 — living like a local with modest housing, market food, and public transport (single person)
Comfortable
$800–1,200 — decent city apartment, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining out, reliable internet (single person)
Family of four
$2,000–3,000 — expat housing, international groceries, car, utilities for four, possible private schooling

Suriname delivers strong value for money with overall costs matching the South America average (-0.2% incl. rent) but standout low rents (-23.1%), offering expats a comfortable lifestyle at a fraction of Western prices. It's particularly appealing for budget-conscious relocators in the region.

Economic & Living Costs in Suriname
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

5-13.57 $
Avg: 9.28 $
+23.8% vs 3 months ago

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

35-400 $
Avg: 217.5 $
-1.1% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

10.45-12.21 $
Avg: 11.33 $
+25.2% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

1.36-4.22 $
Avg: 2.79 $
1.4% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

295.45-1000 $
Avg: 647.73 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

118.3-300 $
Avg: 209.15 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

590.91-2500 $
Avg: 1545.45 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

400-854.4 $
Avg: 627.2 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

0.4-1 $
Avg: 0.7 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

2.28-7 $
Avg: 4.64 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

N/A
Avg: N/A

Gasoline (1L)

0.93-1.2 $
Avg: 1.06 $
-4.5% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

23.66-56.92 $
Avg: 40.29 $
-22.3% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

20.03-38 $
Avg: 29.01 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

25-28.46 $
Avg: 26.73 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1.14-2.5 $
Avg: 1.82 $
+4.0% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

1-2 $
Avg: 1.5 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

2.4-4.15 $
Avg: 3.28 $
+3.1% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

5-22.77 $
Avg: 13.88 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

8.54-15 $
Avg: 11.77 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Cinema Ticket

4.22-7 $
Avg: 5.61 $
1.7% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

25-100 $
Avg: 62.5 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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