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Cheaper overall| Expense | San Juan | Carolina | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $10.73 | $8.25 | Carolina |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $42.90 | $33.00 | Carolina |
| Cappuccino | $3.22 | $2.48 | Carolina |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $243 | $187 | Carolina |
| Monthly public transport pass | $39.33 | $30.25 | Carolina |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $104 | $79.75 | Carolina |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $30.03 | $23.10 | Carolina |
| Fitness club membership | $30.03 | $23.10 | Carolina |
| Cinema ticket | $7.87 | $6.05 | Carolina |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $559 | $403 | Carolina |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $389 | $280 | Carolina |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,166 | $840 | Carolina |
| Total single-person budget | $1,104 | $830 | Carolina |
| Average net salary | $3,120 | $2,400 |
Carolina is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in San Juan runs about $1,104 versus $830 in Carolina — a difference of roughly 25%.
Salary-adjusted, San Juan 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 San Juan · Full cost of living in Carolina