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Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$150.00
$700.00
$45.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in tourist areas |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$25.00
$60.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$15.00
$40.00
$3.00
|
Daily SIM card or Wi-Fi access fees |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$80.00
$250.00
$10.00
|
Daily estimate for snacks and small purchases |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$20.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Daily taxi or bus fares |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$30.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$15.00
$100.00
$20.00
|
Daily tours, entertainment, and excursions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$10.00
$150.00
$5.00
|
Daily travel insurance estimate |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$25.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average of visa renewal or legal fees |
| Total |
$345.00
$1,685.00
$113.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$350.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher. Limited availability due to tourism season.
per month
☕ Coffee
$1.20
Specialty coffee shops charge more; local cafes might be cheaper, around $0.70.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$1.50
Local Cuban beer; prices slightly higher in tourist areas.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$5.00
Local paladares offer affordable meals; tourist spots can be pricier.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.50
Limited fast food chains; combos usually include local variations.
per meal