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Cheaper overall| Expense | Kingston | Portmore | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.41 | $5.70 | Portmore |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $29.64 | $22.80 | Portmore |
| Cappuccino | $2.22 | $1.71 | Portmore |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $168 | $129 | Portmore |
| Monthly public transport pass | $27.17 | $20.90 | Portmore |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $71.63 | $55.10 | Portmore |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.75 | $15.96 | Portmore |
| Fitness club membership | $20.75 | $15.96 | Portmore |
| Cinema ticket | $5.43 | $4.18 | Portmore |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $319 | $230 | Portmore |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $222 | $160 | Portmore |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $666 | $480 | Portmore |
| Total single-person budget | $716 | $540 | Portmore |
| Average net salary | $780 | $600 |
Portmore is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kingston runs about $716 versus $540 in Portmore — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Kingston 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 Kingston · Full cost of living in Portmore