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Cost of Living in Holguín

Holguín, Holguín, Cuba · Population 350,191

▲ +0% vs Cuba average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱9,505 ($396)
Couple, monthly₱16,949 ($706)
Family of four, monthly₱21,995 ($916)

Estimated Prices in Holguín

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱99.22 ($4.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱397 ($16.54)per meal
Cappuccino₱29.76 ($1.24)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱2,249 ($93.70)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱364 ($15.16)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱959 ($39.96)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱278 ($11.58)per month
Fitness club membership₱278 ($11.58)per month
Cinema ticket₱72.76 ($3.03)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱4,156 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱2,891 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱8,673 ($361)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Holguín is ₱1,526 ($63.60) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱9,505 ($396) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱12,357 ($515) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱2,891 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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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

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

Arroyo Naranjo

La Habana · pop. 206,918

₱8,928 ($372) / mo

Living in Holguín

Holguín is one of the key cities in Cuba. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₱9,505 ($396), placing it above the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₱2,891 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₱21,995 ($916) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₱16,949 ($706) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Holguín is ₱1,526 ($64). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₱12,357 ($515) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holguín expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱9,505 ($396) per month in Holguín including rent outside the city centre. That is 0% more than the national average for Cuba.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Holguín?
A net salary of around ₱12,357 ($515) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Holguín with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Holguín is ₱1,526 ($64).
How much is rent in Holguín?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱4,156 ($173) per month in the city centre and ₱2,891 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱8,673 ($361).
Is Holguín cheaper than Cuba on average?
No — Holguín is estimated to be about 0% more expensive than the Cuba average, mainly due to housing demand.
What is the cost of groceries in Holguín?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₱2,249 ($94) in Holguín. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₱99 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₱30 ($1).
How do transport costs in Holguín compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Holguín is estimated at ₱364 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Holguín are estimates based on Cuba national averages adjusted for city size (population 350,191). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.