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| Expense | La Vega | Santo Domingo | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.09 | $6.24 | La Vega |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.35 | $24.96 | La Vega |
| Cappuccino | $1.53 | $1.87 | La Vega |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $115 | $141 | La Vega |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.66 | $22.88 | La Vega |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.18 | $60.32 | La Vega |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.25 | $17.47 | La Vega |
| Fitness club membership | $14.25 | $17.47 | La Vega |
| Cinema ticket | $3.73 | $4.58 | La Vega |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $210 | $271 | La Vega |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $146 | $189 | La Vega |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $439 | $566 | La Vega |
| Total single-person budget | $485 | $605 | La Vega |
| Average net salary | $477 | $585 |
La Vega is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in La Vega runs about $485 versus $605 in Santo Domingo — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, La Vega 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 La Vega · Full cost of living in Santo Domingo