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Yamasá vs Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic vs Dominican Republic · 135 km apart

Yamasá

Dominican Republic

RD$26,904 ($456)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic

RD$28,643 ($485)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Yamasá	Puerto Plata	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.80	$5.09	Yamasá
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$19.20	$20.35	Yamasá
Cappuccino	$1.44	$1.53	Yamasá
Monthly groceries (single person)	$109	$115	Yamasá
Monthly public transport pass	$17.60	$18.66	Yamasá
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$46.40	$49.18	Yamasá
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$13.44	$14.25	Yamasá
Fitness club membership	$13.44	$14.25	Yamasá
Cinema ticket	$3.52	$3.73	Yamasá
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$196	$210	Yamasá
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$136	$146	Yamasá
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$408	$439	Yamasá
Total single-person budget	$456	$485	Yamasá
Average net salary	$450	$477

Verdict

Yamasá is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Yamasá runs about $456 versus $485 in Puerto Plata — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Yamasá 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 Yamasá · Full cost of living in Puerto Plata

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yamasá cheaper than Puerto Plata?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $456 per month in Yamasá versus $485 in Puerto Plata — about 6% less.

How far is Yamasá from Puerto Plata?

The straight-line distance between Yamasá and Puerto Plata is approximately 135 km (84 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Yamasá or Puerto Plata?

The estimated average net salary is $450 in Yamasá and $477 in Puerto Plata. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $0 in Yamasá versus $0 in Puerto Plata per month.