Key Cost of Living Data
| Category | Index | Est. USD | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 52.0 | 48% cheaper than NYC | Moderate |
| Rent (1-bed city) | 18.0 | $575/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Groceries | 54.0 | $225/mo/mo est. | Moderate |
| Restaurants | 32.0 | $6/meal est. | Cheap |
| Local Purch. Power | 0 | ×1.92 expat stretch | |
| GNI per Capita | $3.3k | World Bank PPP | |
| Inflation Rate | 26.0% | Annual 2026 |
Housing & Rent
Rent in Haiti is well below the NYC baseline (Rent Index 18.0). A 1-bedroom apartment in a major city centre costs around $575/month, dropping to $380/month outside the centre. Three-bedroom apartments typically run $990+/month centrally.
| Type | USD / month | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed, city centre | $575/mo | Capital city avg. |
| 1-bed, suburbs | $380/mo | Outside centre |
| 3-bed, city centre | $990/mo | Family / shared |
| Utilities (85m²) | $80/mo | Electricity, gas, water |
Food & Dining
Food in Haiti is budget-friendly. An inexpensive restaurant meal costs around $6/person; a mid-range dinner for two runs $52. Monthly grocery spending for one person averages $225.
| Item | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | $6 | Per person |
| Meal for 2, mid-range | $26 | 3-course |
| Monthly groceries (single) | $225/mo | Estimated |
| Beer (0.5L, restaurant) | $1.30 | Local brand |
| Coffee / espresso | $1.82 | Local café |
Transport
A monthly public transport pass in Haiti costs roughly $70. Taxis and ride-hailing are affordable, making day-to-day mobility a minor budget item.
| Type | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly transit pass | $52/mo | Public transport |
| Taxi per km | $1.04/km | Avg. rate |
| Petrol (1L) | $0.83/L | Regular fuel |
| Internet speed | 1.0 Mbps | Slow |
Healthcare & Quality of Life
Key Insight
Haiti has a GNI per capita of $3.3k (PPP) against a CoL Index of 52.0. The gap between global income and local costs makes it a strong value destination for foreign earners. Current inflation is elevated at 26.0%, which may affect budgets over time.
Our Verdict for Haiti
Haiti offers strong value for money at CoL 52.0 — significantly below NYC and most Western cities. Digital nomads and expats from high-cost countries benefit most from this gap.
Best for
- Digital nomads & remote workers on foreign income
- Budget-conscious expats maximising lifestyle quality
May not suit
- Fixed-income expats (inflation 26.0% may erode savings)
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