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Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$450.00
$1,200.00
$80.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$60.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$25.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Daily SIM/data plans or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$150.00
$350.00
$15.00
|
Light grocery purchases or snacks |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$40.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Taxi, local buses, or rental scooters |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$60.00
$400.00
$30.00
|
Meals at local and tourist restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Tours, beach activities, nightlife |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$25.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered by travel insurance separately |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average of visa renewals or permits |
| Total |
$845.00
$2,630.00
$160.00
|
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)
$650.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher, especially during high tourist season.
per month
☕ Coffee
$2.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper, around $1.50-$2.00.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$3.00
Local beers are cheaper; imported brands cost more.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$7.00
Local eateries offer better prices; tourist areas tend to be pricier.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$6.50
Standard international chains; prices stable year-round.
per meal