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Kingston vs Spanish Town

Jamaica vs Jamaica · 17 km apart

Kingston

Jamaica

J$111,712 ($716)

single / month

VS

Spanish Town

Jamaica

J$84,240 ($540)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseKingstonSpanish TownCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$7.41$5.70Spanish Town
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$29.64$22.80Spanish Town
Cappuccino$2.22$1.71Spanish Town
Monthly groceries (single person)$168$129Spanish Town
Monthly public transport pass$27.17$20.90Spanish Town
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$71.63$55.10Spanish Town
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$20.75$15.96Spanish Town
Fitness club membership$20.75$15.96Spanish Town
Cinema ticket$5.43$4.18Spanish Town
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$319$230Spanish Town
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$222$160Spanish Town
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$666$480Spanish Town
Total single-person budget$716$540Spanish Town
Average net salary$780$600

Verdict

Spanish Town is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kingston runs about $716 versus $540 in Spanish Town — 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 Spanish Town

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston cheaper than Spanish Town?
No. Kingston costs an estimated $716 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Spanish Town at $540.
How far is Kingston from Spanish Town?
The straight-line distance between Kingston and Spanish Town is approximately 17 km (11 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Kingston or Spanish Town?
The estimated average net salary is $780 in Kingston and $600 in Spanish Town. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $64 in Kingston versus $60 in Spanish Town per month.