Jamaica vs Jamaica · 67 km apart
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| Expense | Mandeville | Portmore | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.13 | $5.70 | Mandeville |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $20.52 | $22.80 | Mandeville |
| Cappuccino | $1.54 | $1.71 | Mandeville |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $116 | $129 | Mandeville |
| Monthly public transport pass | $18.81 | $20.90 | Mandeville |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $49.59 | $55.10 | Mandeville |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $14.36 | $15.96 | Mandeville |
| Fitness club membership | $14.36 | $15.96 | Mandeville |
| Cinema ticket | $3.76 | $4.18 | Mandeville |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $202 | $230 | Mandeville |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $140 | $160 | Mandeville |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $421 | $480 | Mandeville |
| Total single-person budget | $482 | $540 | Mandeville |
| Average net salary | $540 | $600 |
Mandeville is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Mandeville runs about $482 versus $540 in Portmore — a difference of roughly 12%.
Salary-adjusted, Portmore 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 Mandeville · Full cost of living in Portmore