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Bayaguana vs Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic vs Dominican Republic · 160 km apart

Bayaguana

Dominican Republic

RD$24,026 ($407)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

RD$28,643 ($485)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Bayaguana	Puerto Plata	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.32	$5.09	Bayaguana
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$17.28	$20.35	Bayaguana
Cappuccino	$1.30	$1.53	Bayaguana
Monthly groceries (single person)	$97.92	$115	Bayaguana
Monthly public transport pass	$15.84	$18.66	Bayaguana
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$41.76	$49.18	Bayaguana
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$12.10	$14.25	Bayaguana
Fitness club membership	$12.10	$14.25	Bayaguana
Cinema ticket	$3.17	$3.73	Bayaguana
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$171	$210	Bayaguana
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$119	$146	Bayaguana
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$358	$439	Bayaguana
Total single-person budget	$407	$485	Bayaguana
Average net salary	$405	$477

Verdict

Bayaguana is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bayaguana runs about $407 versus $485 in Puerto Plata — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Bayaguana leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Bayaguana · Full cost of living in Puerto Plata

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bayaguana cheaper than Puerto Plata?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $407 per month in Bayaguana versus $485 in Puerto Plata — about 19% less.

How far is Bayaguana from Puerto Plata?

The straight-line distance between Bayaguana and Puerto Plata is approximately 160 km (99 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Bayaguana or Puerto Plata?

The estimated average net salary is $405 in Bayaguana and $477 in Puerto Plata. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Bayaguana versus $0 in Puerto Plata per month.