Kingston, Jamaica 🇯🇲
#1102
17.971214, -76.792812
Nomad Score:
59%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$450.75
$1,200.50
$85.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$65.25
$125.40
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$50.30
$75.90
$3.50
|
Per day for mobile data |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$200.85
$450.60
$20.00
|
Per day for meals and snacks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$75.50
$150.00
$12.00
|
Per day for local transport or car rental |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.40
$200.75
$25.00
|
Per day for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$50.00
$150.00
$30.00
|
Per day for entertainment and activities |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$30.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Typically not needed for short stays |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$10.00
$0.00
|
Typically a one-time cost |
| Total |
$988.05
$2,563.15
$175.50
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$650.75
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$150.50
Costs vary depending on amenities and location within Kingston.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.25
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$2.90
Price for a pint in a local bar. Imported brands can be pricier.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$7.00
Street food and local eateries offer lower prices.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$5.75
Typical cost for a combo meal at international fast food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$4.20
Imported apples tend to be more expensive.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.50
Price for a standard loaf; artisanal bread can cost more.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.10
Price per liter for locally produced milk.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.20
Standard white rice; basmati and other varieties cost more.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$5.50
Local market price; organic options are higher.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$7.80
Cost per kg for regular cuts; premium cuts are more expensive.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$12.00
Imported wines usually priced higher.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.00
Initial fare; additional costs apply per kilometer.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.80
Base rate per kilometer traveled.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$48.75
Unlimited travel on public buses within Kingston.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.10
Price per liter; fluctuates with global oil prices.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$25.00
Basic package with limited data and call time.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$50.50
Monthly cost for high-speed internet; varies by provider.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$32.00
Access to basic facilities; premium gyms may charge more.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$9.00
Hourly rate; some clubs may require membership.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$8.50
Standard ticket price; discounts available for students.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$40.00
Price for mid-range brands; designer jeans are more costly.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$30.00
Local boutiques offer a wide range of styles.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$65.50
Price for a good quality pair; branded options are higher.
per pair