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Cost of Living in Buey Arriba

Buey Arriba, Granma, Cuba · Population 30,573

▼ -16% vs Cuba average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱7,972 ($332)
Couple, monthly₱14,185 ($591)
Family of four, monthly₱18,380 ($766)

Estimated Prices in Buey Arriba

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱84.24 ($3.51)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱337 ($14.04)per meal
Cappuccino₱25.27 ($1.05)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱1,909 ($79.56)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱309 ($12.87)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱814 ($33.93)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱236 ($9.83)per month
Fitness club membership₱236 ($9.83)per month
Cinema ticket₱61.78 ($2.57)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱3,387 ($141)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱2,356 ($98.18)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱7,069 ($295)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Buey Arriba is ₱1,296 ($54.00) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱7,972 ($332) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱10,364 ($432) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱2,356 ($98)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Buey Arriba

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Nearby Cities

Bartolomé Masó

20 km away · Granma

Yara

24 km away · Granma

Guisa

24 km away · Granma

Bayamo

26 km away · Granma

Jiguaní

41 km away · Granma

Guamá Abajo

42 km away · Santiago de Cuba

Manzanillo

42 km away · Granma

Río Cauto

47 km away · Granma

Other Major Cities in Cuba

Havana

La Habana · pop. 2,492,618

₱11,843 ($493) / mo

Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba · pop. 506,037

₱9,505 ($396) / mo

Holguín

Holguín · pop. 350,191

₱9,505 ($396) / mo

Camagüey

Camagüey · pop. 321,992

₱9,505 ($396) / mo

Santa Clara

Villa Clara · pop. 247,436

₱8,928 ($372) / mo

Bayamo

Granma · pop. 235,107

₱8,928 ($372) / mo

Guantánamo

Guantánamo · pop. 228,436

₱8,928 ($372) / mo

Carlos Manuel de Céspedes

Camagüey · pop. 224,488

₱8,928 ($372) / mo

Living in Buey Arriba

Buey Arriba is one of the key cities in Cuba. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₱7,972 ($332), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₱2,356 ($98) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₱18,380 ($766) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₱14,185 ($591) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Buey Arriba is ₱1,296 ($54). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₱10,364 ($432) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buey Arriba expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱7,972 ($332) per month in Buey Arriba including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Cuba.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Buey Arriba?
A net salary of around ₱10,364 ($432) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Buey Arriba with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Buey Arriba is ₱1,296 ($54).
How much is rent in Buey Arriba?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱3,387 ($141) per month in the city centre and ₱2,356 ($98) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱7,069 ($295).
Is Buey Arriba cheaper than Cuba on average?
Yes — Buey Arriba is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Cuba average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Buey Arriba?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₱1,909 ($80) in Buey Arriba. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₱84 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₱25 ($1).
How do transport costs in Buey Arriba compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Buey Arriba is estimated at ₱309 ($13). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Buey Arriba are estimates based on Cuba national averages adjusted for city size (population 30,573). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.