Puerto Rico vs Puerto Rico · 36 km apart
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| Expense | Vega Baja | San Juan | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $7.43 | $10.73 | Vega Baja |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $29.70 | $42.90 | Vega Baja |
| Cappuccino | $2.23 | $3.22 | Vega Baja |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $168 | $243 | Vega Baja |
| Monthly public transport pass | $27.23 | $39.33 | Vega Baja |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $71.78 | $104 | Vega Baja |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $20.79 | $30.03 | Vega Baja |
| Fitness club membership | $20.79 | $30.03 | Vega Baja |
| Cinema ticket | $5.45 | $7.87 | Vega Baja |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $353 | $559 | Vega Baja |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $245 | $389 | Vega Baja |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $736 | $1,166 | Vega Baja |
| Total single-person budget | $740 | $1,104 | Vega Baja |
| Average net salary | $2,160 | $3,120 |
Vega Baja is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Vega Baja runs about $740 versus $1,104 in San Juan — a difference of roughly 49%.
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 Vega Baja · Full cost of living in San Juan