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San Diego, United States 🇺🇸
#58
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Nomad Score:
68%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$2,200.00
$3,500.00
$150.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals (Airbnb or hotels) |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$150.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$100.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for prepaid SIM and occasional Wi-Fi |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$350.00
$600.00
$20.00
|
Minimal groceries/snacks per day |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$100.00
$300.00
$15.00
|
Daily cost for public transport and occasional rideshare |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$150.00
$900.00
$40.00
|
Daily cost for 2 meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$80.00
$250.00
$25.00
|
Daily cost for attractions and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$350.00
$600.00
$0.00
|
Usually covered by travel insurance, not included here |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for visa renewals or legal services |
| Total |
$3,450.00
$6,600.00
$260.00
|
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)
$2,200.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$7.00
Craft beer at bars; prices may be lower at happy hours.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$15.00
Typical casual dining; prices vary by neighborhood.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$9.00
Standard fast food chains.
per meal
🚕 Taxi per km
$2.50
Per kilometer charge; may vary by company.
per km