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| Expense | Vega Baja | Carolina | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.43 | $8.25 | Vega Baja |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $29.70 | $33.00 | Vega Baja |
| Cappuccino | $2.23 | $2.48 | Vega Baja |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $168 | $187 | Vega Baja |
| Monthly public transport pass | $27.23 | $30.25 | Vega Baja |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $71.78 | $79.75 | Vega Baja |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.79 | $23.10 | Vega Baja |
| Fitness club membership | $20.79 | $23.10 | Vega Baja |
| Cinema ticket | $5.45 | $6.05 | Vega Baja |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $353 | $403 | Vega Baja |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $245 | $280 | Vega Baja |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $736 | $840 | Vega Baja |
| Total single-person budget | $740 | $830 | Vega Baja |
| Average net salary | $2,160 | $2,400 |
Vega Baja is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Vega Baja runs about $740 versus $830 in Carolina — a difference of roughly 12%.
Salary-adjusted, Carolina 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 Vega Baja · Full cost of living in Carolina