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Cost of Living in Orange Walk

Orange Walk, Orange Walk, Belize · Population 13,750

▼ -16% vs Belize average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)BZ$900 ($450)
Couple, monthlyBZ$1,596 ($798)
Family of four, monthlyBZ$2,062 ($1,031)

Estimated Prices in Orange Walk

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantBZ$9.72 ($4.86)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeBZ$38.88 ($19.44)per meal
CappuccinoBZ$2.92 ($1.46)each
Monthly groceries (single person)BZ$220 ($110)per month
Monthly public transport passBZ$35.64 ($17.82)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentBZ$93.96 ($46.98)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)BZ$27.22 ($13.61)per month
Fitness club membershipBZ$27.22 ($13.61)per month
Cinema ticketBZ$7.13 ($3.56)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreBZ$363 ($181)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreBZ$252 ($126)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreBZ$757 ($379)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Orange Walk is BZ$1,260 ($630) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of BZ$900 ($450) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly BZ$1,171 ($585) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (BZ$252 ($126)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Belize

Belize City

Belize · pop. 63,999

BZ$1,336 ($668) / mo

Living in Orange Walk

Orange Walk is one of the key cities in Belize. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is BZ$900 ($450), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around BZ$252 ($126) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to BZ$2,062 ($1,031) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately BZ$1,596 ($798) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Orange Walk is BZ$1,260 ($630). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least BZ$1,171 ($585) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orange Walk expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated BZ$900 ($450) per month in Orange Walk including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Belize.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Orange Walk?
A net salary of around BZ$1,171 ($585) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Orange Walk with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Orange Walk is BZ$1,260 ($630).
How much is rent in Orange Walk?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated BZ$363 ($181) per month in the city centre and BZ$252 ($126) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about BZ$757 ($379).
Is Orange Walk cheaper than Belize on average?
Yes — Orange Walk is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Belize average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Orange Walk?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at BZ$220 ($110) in Orange Walk. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about BZ$10 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around BZ$3 ($1).
How do transport costs in Orange Walk compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Orange Walk is estimated at BZ$36 ($18). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Orange Walk are estimates based on Belize national averages adjusted for city size (population 13,750). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.