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Cost of Living in Sosúa

Sosúa, Cibao Norte, Dominican Republic

▼ -13% vs Dominican Republic average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)RD$24,887 ($422)
Couple, monthlyRD$44,269 ($750)
Family of four, monthlyRD$57,347 ($972)

Estimated Prices in Sosúa

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantRD$263 ($4.46)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeRD$1,054 ($17.86)per meal
CappuccinoRD$79.01 ($1.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)RD$5,970 ($101)per month
Monthly public transport passRD$966 ($16.37)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentRD$2,546 ($43.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)RD$737 ($12.50)per month
Fitness club membershipRD$737 ($12.50)per month
Cinema ticketRD$193 ($3.27)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreRD$10,534 ($179)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreRD$7,328 ($124)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreRD$21,984 ($373)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Sosúa is RD$24,692 ($419) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of RD$24,887 ($422) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly RD$32,353 ($548) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (RD$7,328 ($124)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Cabarete

11 km away · Cibao Norte

Jamao al Norte

15 km away · Cibao Norte

Yásica Arriba

16 km away · Cibao Norte

Sabaneta de Yásica

17 km away · Cibao Norte

Puerto Plata

19 km away · Cibao Norte

Gaspar Hernández

29 km away · Cibao Norte

Río Grande

30 km away · Cibao Norte

Tamboril

31 km away · Cibao Norte

Other Major Cities in Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo

Ozama · pop. 4,274,651

RD$35,682 ($605) / mo

Santiago

Cibao Norte · pop. 1,343,423

RD$30,975 ($525) / mo

Santo Domingo Este

Ozama · pop. 948,855

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

Puerto Plata

Cibao Norte · pop. 338,339

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

La Vega

Cibao Sur · pop. 282,055

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

San Cristóbal

Valdesia · pop. 275,232

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

Los Alcarrizos

Ozama · pop. 272,776

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

Higüey

Yuma · pop. 251,243

RD$28,643 ($485) / mo

Living in Sosúa

Sosúa is one of the key cities in Dominican Republic. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is RD$24,887 ($422), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around RD$7,328 ($124) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to RD$57,347 ($972) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately RD$44,269 ($750) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Sosúa is RD$24,692 ($419). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least RD$32,353 ($548) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sosúa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated RD$24,887 ($422) per month in Sosúa including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Dominican Republic.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Sosúa?
A net salary of around RD$32,353 ($548) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Sosúa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Sosúa is RD$24,692 ($419).
How much is rent in Sosúa?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated RD$10,534 ($179) per month in the city centre and RD$7,328 ($124) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about RD$21,984 ($373).
Is Sosúa cheaper than Dominican Republic on average?
Yes — Sosúa is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Dominican Republic average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Sosúa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at RD$5,970 ($101) in Sosúa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about RD$263 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around RD$79 ($1).
How do transport costs in Sosúa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Sosúa is estimated at RD$966 ($16). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Sosúa are estimates based on Dominican Republic national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.