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Montego Bay vs May Pen

Jamaica vs Jamaica · 91 km apart

Montego Bay

Jamaica

J$84,240 ($540)

single / month

Cheaper overall

May Pen

Jamaica

J$84,240 ($540)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Montego Bay	May Pen	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$5.70	$5.70	Montego Bay
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$22.80	$22.80	Montego Bay
Cappuccino	$1.71	$1.71	Montego Bay
Monthly groceries (single person)	$129	$129	Montego Bay
Monthly public transport pass	$20.90	$20.90	Montego Bay
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$55.10	$55.10	Montego Bay
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$15.96	$15.96	Montego Bay
Fitness club membership	$15.96	$15.96	Montego Bay
Cinema ticket	$4.18	$4.18	Montego Bay
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$230	$230	Montego Bay
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$160	$160	Montego Bay
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$480	$480	Montego Bay
Total single-person budget	$540	$540	Montego Bay
Average net salary	$600	$600

Verdict

Montego Bay is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Montego Bay runs about $540 versus $540 in May Pen — a difference of roughly 0%.

Salary-adjusted, Montego Bay 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 Montego Bay · Full cost of living in May Pen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montego Bay cheaper than May Pen?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $540 per month in Montego Bay versus $540 in May Pen — about 0% less.

How far is Montego Bay from May Pen?

The straight-line distance between Montego Bay and May Pen is approximately 91 km (56 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Montego Bay or May Pen?

The estimated average net salary is $600 in Montego Bay and $600 in May Pen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $60 in Montego Bay versus $60 in May Pen per month.