Suriname vs Suriname · 7 km apart
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| Expense | Meerzorg | Paramaribo | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $4.32 | $6.24 | Meerzorg |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $17.28 | $24.96 | Meerzorg |
| Cappuccino | $1.30 | $1.87 | Meerzorg |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $97.92 | $141 | Meerzorg |
| Monthly public transport pass | $15.84 | $22.88 | Meerzorg |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $41.76 | $60.32 | Meerzorg |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $12.10 | $17.47 | Meerzorg |
| Fitness club membership | $12.10 | $17.47 | Meerzorg |
| Cinema ticket | $3.17 | $4.58 | Meerzorg |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $161 | $255 | Meerzorg |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $112 | $178 | Meerzorg |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $337 | $533 | Meerzorg |
| Total single-person budget | $400 | $594 | Meerzorg |
| Average net salary | $405 | $585 |
Meerzorg is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Meerzorg runs about $400 versus $594 in Paramaribo — a difference of roughly 48%.
Salary-adjusted, Meerzorg 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 Meerzorg · Full cost of living in Paramaribo