Dominican Republic vs Dominican Republic · 123 km apart
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Cheaper overallDominican Republic
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| Expense | San Juan | Puerto Plata | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.80 | $5.09 | San Juan |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $19.20 | $20.35 | San Juan |
| Cappuccino | $1.44 | $1.53 | San Juan |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $109 | $115 | San Juan |
| Monthly public transport pass | $17.60 | $18.66 | San Juan |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $46.40 | $49.18 | San Juan |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $13.44 | $14.25 | San Juan |
| Fitness club membership | $13.44 | $14.25 | San Juan |
| Cinema ticket | $3.52 | $3.73 | San Juan |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $196 | $210 | San Juan |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $136 | $146 | San Juan |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $408 | $439 | San Juan |
| Total single-person budget | $456 | $485 | San Juan |
| Average net salary | $450 | $477 |
San Juan is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in San Juan runs about $456 versus $485 in Puerto Plata — a difference of roughly 6%.
Salary-adjusted, San Juan 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 San Juan · Full cost of living in Puerto Plata