Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
| Price | 4.10 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 2.75 USD |
| Price End | 6.00 USD |
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
| Price | 30.00 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 16.20 USD |
| Price End | 40.00 USD |
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
| Price | 5.80 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 5.00 USD |
| Price End | 6.00 USD |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
| Price | 1.30 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.00 USD |
| Price End | 2.16 USD |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
| Price | 2.23 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.82 USD |
| Price End | 3.00 USD |
Cappuccino (regular)
| Price | 2.13 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.04 USD |
| Price End | 3.50 USD |
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
| Price | 0.78 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.58 USD |
| Price End | 1.00 USD |
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
| Price | 0.73 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.55 USD |
| Price End | 1.00 USD |
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
| Price | 0.98 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.80 USD |
| Price End | 1.23 USD |
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
| Price | 1.31 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.70 USD |
| Price End | 1.81 USD |
Rice (white), (1kg)
| Price | 1.03 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.00 USD |
| Price End | 1.22 USD |
Eggs (regular) (12)
| Price | 1.84 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.20 USD |
| Price End | 2.20 USD |
Local Cheese (1kg)
| Price | 3.65 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 2.00 USD |
| Price End | 11.22 USD |
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
| Price | 5.06 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 2.20 USD |
| Price End | 5.73 USD |
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
| Price | 6.72 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 4.11 USD |
| Price End | 8.29 USD |
Apples (1kg)
| Price | 4.18 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 2.72 USD |
| Price End | 6.32 USD |
Banana (1kg)
| Price | 1.06 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.50 USD |
| Price End | 2.20 USD |
Oranges (1kg)
| Price | 1.98 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.92 USD |
| Price End | 2.50 USD |
Tomato (1kg)
| Price | 1.37 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.88 USD |
| Price End | 1.83 USD |
Potato (1kg)
| Price | 1.53 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.90 USD |
| Price End | 1.98 USD |
Onion (1kg)
| Price | 1.52 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.10 USD |
| Price End | 1.98 USD |
Lettuce (1 head)
| Price | 0.87 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.70 USD |
| Price End | 1.00 USD |
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
| Price | 0.79 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.62 USD |
| Price End | 1.00 USD |
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
| Price | 10.00 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 6.00 USD |
| Price End | 11.43 USD |
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
| Price | 1.27 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.72 USD |
| Price End | 1.70 USD |
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
| Price | 2.04 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.20 USD |
| Price End | 2.44 USD |
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
| Price | 2.92 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 2.42 USD |
| Price End | 3.35 USD |
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
| Price | 0.20 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.08 USD |
| Price End | 2.15 USD |
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
| Price | 9.57 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 6.60 USD |
| Price End | 56.10 USD |
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
| Price | 1.00 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.60 USD |
| Price End | 2.00 USD |
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
| Price | 0.65 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.56 USD |
| Price End | 2.00 USD |
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
| Price | 6.05 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 5.00 USD |
| Price End | 10.00 USD |
Gasoline (1 liter)
| Price | 1.24 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 1.05 USD |
| Price End | 1.50 USD |
Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car)
| Price | 17,000.00 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 15,427.61 USD |
| Price End | 20,000.00 USD |
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car)
| Price | 24,500.00 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 20,000.00 USD |
| Price End | 25,000.00 USD |
Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment
| Price | 62.99 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 45.00 USD |
| Price End | 125.00 USD |
1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans)
| Price | 0.32 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 0.20 USD |
| Price End | 0.42 USD |
Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL)
| Price | 59.91 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 36.99 USD |
| Price End | 110.00 USD |
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
| Price | 28.73 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 15.35 USD |
| Price End | 35.00 USD |
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
| Price | 16.33 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 4.00 USD |
| Price End | 15.00 USD |
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
| Price | 6.07 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 4.00 USD |
| Price End | 10.25 USD |
Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child
| Price | 150.73 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 100.00 USD |
| Price End | 300.00 USD |
International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child
| Price | 4,585.57 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 3,000.00 USD |
| Price End | 6,000.00 USD |
1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)
| Price | 44.87 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 20.00 USD |
| Price End | 70.00 USD |
1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...)
| Price | 37.93 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 20.00 USD |
| Price End | 58.60 USD |
1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range)
| Price | 70.35 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 31.97 USD |
| Price End | 117.20 USD |
1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes
| Price | 74.27 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 30.00 USD |
| Price End | 100.00 USD |
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
| Price | 267.60 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 267.60 USD |
| Price End | 267.60 USD |
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
| Price | 211.25 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 211.25 USD |
| Price End | 211.25 USD |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
| Price | 515.66 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 515.66 USD |
| Price End | 515.66 USD |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
| Price | 421.52 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 421.52 USD |
| Price End | 421.52 USD |
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
| Price | 1,004.17 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 600.00 USD |
| Price End | 1,300.00 USD |
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
| Price | 638.87 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 344.45 USD |
| Price End | 1,000.00 USD |
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
| Price | 294.87 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 294.87 USD |
| Price End | 294.87 USD |
Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate
| Price | 12.84 USD |
|---|---|
| Price Start | 10.00 USD |
| Price End | 18.00 USD |
Nicaragua cost of living FAQ
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How much does it cost to live in Nicaragua
The cost of living in Nicaragua is relatively low compared to other countries in Central America. A single person can expect to spend around $600-800 per month on expenses such as food, transportation, housing, and utilities.
What is the cost of living in Nicaragua compared to other countries
The cost of living in Nicaragua is cheaper than in most other countries.
How much does a typical meal cost in Nicaragua
A typical meal in Nicaragua costs around $5.
How much does transportation cost in Nicaragua
Cost of transportation in Nicaragua is relatively low when compared to other Central American countries. Public buses are the most popular form of transportation and cost around $0.25-$0.50 per ride. Taxi fares start at around $1.00 and go up based on distance.
What are the average utility costs in Nicaragua
The average utility costs in Nicaragua are $200 per month.
Are there any other hidden costs of living in Nicaragua that I should know about
Utilities are typically cheaper in Nicaragua than in developed countries, but this will vary depending on the location. There may also be additional costs for things like internet and phone service.