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Average Cost of Living in Puerto Rico
The average cost of living in Puerto Rico ranges from $1,605 per month in San-Juan-Puerto-Rico to $1,605 per month in San-Juan-Puerto-Rico, with a median monthly basket of $1,605 for a single person. We track 1 city in Puerto Rico.
Prices in USD, refreshed regularly. Click any city for the full price breakdown.
On this page 3 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Puerto Rico at a glance | Headline numbers across 1 city. |
| Cities in Puerto Rico | Sort by cheapest, most expensive, A–Z, or cost index. |
| Frequently asked about Puerto Rico | Common questions about prices, salaries, and relocating. |
Cities tracked
1
Median monthly · single
$1,605
Average cost index
36.5
NYC = 100
Most / least expensive
San-Juan-Puerto-Rico /
San-Juan-Puerto-Rico
Browse cities
1 cities shown
About cost of living in Puerto Rico
- How expensive is Puerto Rico?
- Puerto Rico has 1 cities tracked in our dataset. Costs vary considerably across the country: San-Juan-Puerto-Rico is among the most affordable, while San-Juan-Puerto-Rico ranks among the most expensive.
- How much money do I need to live in Puerto Rico?
- Budget anywhere from $1,605 per month in San-Juan-Puerto-Rico (the cheapest tracked city) to $1,605 per month in San-Juan-Puerto-Rico (the most expensive). Pick the city that matches your work and lifestyle, then add 15–25% on top of the basket for taxes, savings, and discretionary spending.
- What is the cheapest city in Puerto Rico?
- San-Juan-Puerto-Rico typically offers the lowest cost of living in Puerto Rico, especially on rent and groceries. Salaries are usually lower too — compare both before relocating.
- Which city in Puerto Rico has the best quality of life for expats?
- The best fit depends on your work and lifestyle. Capital cities offer the most amenities, English-speaking services, and international communities, while regional cities trade those for affordability and a slower pace.
- Is the cost-of-living data for Puerto Rico up to date?
- Prices are normalized to USD and refreshed periodically. Currency fluctuations can shift dollar-denominated costs even when local prices are stable, so use the figures as a relative comparison rather than a precise quote.