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Cost of Living in Mayarí

Mayarí, Holguín, Cuba · Population 102,354

▼ -6% vs Cuba average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)₱8,928 ($372)
Couple, monthly₱15,907 ($663)
Family of four, monthly₱20,631 ($860)

Estimated Prices in Mayarí

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant₱93.60 ($3.90)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range₱374 ($15.60)per meal
Cappuccino₱28.08 ($1.17)each
Monthly groceries (single person)₱2,122 ($88.40)per month
Monthly public transport pass₱343 ($14.30)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment₱905 ($37.70)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)₱262 ($10.92)per month
Fitness club membership₱262 ($10.92)per month
Cinema ticket₱68.64 ($2.86)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre₱3,864 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre₱2,688 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre₱8,064 ($336)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Mayarí is ₱1,440 ($60.00) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ₱8,928 ($372) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ₱11,606 ($484) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (₱2,688 ($112)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Mayarí

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Banes

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Báguanos

38 km away · Holguín

Mella

40 km away · Santiago de Cuba

Cayo Mambí

41 km away · Holguín

Sagua de Tánamo

46 km away · Holguín

San Germán

47 km away · Holguín

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 Mayarí

Mayarí is one of the key cities in Cuba. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ₱8,928 ($372), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ₱2,688 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ₱20,631 ($860) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ₱15,907 ($663) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Mayarí is ₱1,440 ($60). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ₱11,606 ($484) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayarí expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ₱8,928 ($372) per month in Mayarí including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Cuba.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Mayarí?
A net salary of around ₱11,606 ($484) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Mayarí with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Mayarí is ₱1,440 ($60).
How much is rent in Mayarí?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ₱3,864 ($161) per month in the city centre and ₱2,688 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ₱8,064 ($336).
Is Mayarí cheaper than Cuba on average?
Yes — Mayarí is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Cuba average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Mayarí?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ₱2,122 ($88) in Mayarí. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ₱94 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around ₱28 ($1).
How do transport costs in Mayarí compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Mayarí is estimated at ₱343 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Mayarí are estimates based on Cuba national averages adjusted for city size (population 102,354). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.