Dominican Republic vs Dominican Republic · 156 km apart
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| Expense | Sosúa | Santo Domingo Este | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.46 | $5.09 | Sosúa |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.86 | $20.35 | Sosúa |
| Cappuccino | $1.34 | $1.53 | Sosúa |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $101 | $115 | Sosúa |
| Monthly public transport pass | $16.37 | $18.66 | Sosúa |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $43.15 | $49.18 | Sosúa |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.50 | $14.25 | Sosúa |
| Fitness club membership | $12.50 | $14.25 | Sosúa |
| Cinema ticket | $3.27 | $3.73 | Sosúa |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $179 | $210 | Sosúa |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $124 | $146 | Sosúa |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $373 | $439 | Sosúa |
| Total single-person budget | $422 | $485 | Sosúa |
| Average net salary | $419 | $477 |
Sosúa is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sosúa runs about $422 versus $485 in Santo Domingo Este — a difference of roughly 15%.
Salary-adjusted, Sosúa 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 Sosúa · Full cost of living in Santo Domingo Este