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Cheaper overall| Expense | Managua | Masaya | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $5.46 | $4.20 | Masaya |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $21.84 | $16.80 | Masaya |
| Cappuccino | $1.64 | $1.26 | Masaya |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $124 | $95.20 | Masaya |
| Monthly public transport pass | $20.02 | $15.40 | Masaya |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $52.78 | $40.60 | Masaya |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $15.29 | $11.76 | Masaya |
| Fitness club membership | $15.29 | $11.76 | Masaya |
| Cinema ticket | $4.00 | $3.08 | Masaya |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $239 | $173 | Masaya |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $167 | $120 | Masaya |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $500 | $360 | Masaya |
| Total single-person budget | $531 | $400 | Masaya |
| Average net salary | $455 | $350 |
Masaya is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Managua runs about $531 versus $400 in Masaya — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, Masaya 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 Managua · Full cost of living in Masaya