Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$3,500.00
$12,000.00
$600.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in central Monte Carlo |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$250.00
$350.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$60.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Daily SIM/data plans or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$600.00
$1,200.00
$20.00
|
Minimal groceries, mostly eating out |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$80.00
$150.00
$15.00
|
Public transport and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$300.00
$1,500.00
$80.00
|
Daily meals at mid-range to upscale restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$150.00
$600.00
$40.00
|
Museums, events, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$200.00
$800.00
$25.00
|
Travel insurance coverage |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly average for expats |
| Total |
$5,140.00
$16,850.00
$790.00
|
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)
$5,500.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$5.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$9.00
Prices higher in tourist areas and luxury venues.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$25.00
Local bistros offer better deals than hotel restaurants.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$15.00
International chains present but pricier than average.
per meal
🚕 Taxi per km
$3.50
Higher rates during peak hours and special events.
per km