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Cost of Living in San Benito

San Benito, Petén, Guatemala · Population 54,189

▼ -6% vs Guatemala average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)Q3,534 ($456)
Couple, monthlyQ6,292 ($812)
Family of four, monthlyQ8,157 ($1,052)

Estimated Prices in San Benito

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantQ37.20 ($4.80)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeQ149 ($19.20)per meal
CappuccinoQ11.16 ($1.44)each
Monthly groceries (single person)Q843 ($109)per month
Monthly public transport passQ136 ($17.60)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentQ360 ($46.40)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)Q104 ($13.44)per month
Fitness club membershipQ104 ($13.44)per month
Cinema ticketQ27.28 ($3.52)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreQ1,515 ($196)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreQ1,054 ($136)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreQ3,162 ($408)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in San Benito is Q3,488 ($450) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of Q3,534 ($456) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly Q4,594 ($593) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (Q1,054 ($136)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Guatemala

Guatemala City

Guatemala · pop. 994,938

Q4,687 ($605) / mo

Mixco

Guatemala · pop. 527,828

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

Villa Nueva

Guatemala · pop. 492,480

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

San Juan Sacatepéquez

Guatemala · pop. 284,798

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

San Pedro Carchá

Alta Verapaz · pop. 255,006

Q3,762 ($485) / mo

Cobán

Alta Verapaz · pop. 228,664

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Quetzaltenango

Quetzaltenango · pop. 207,620

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Jalapa

Jalapa · pop. 192,676

Q3,534 ($456) / mo

Living in San Benito

San Benito is one of the key cities in Guatemala. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is Q3,534 ($456), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around Q1,054 ($136) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to Q8,157 ($1,052) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately Q6,292 ($812) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in San Benito is Q3,488 ($450). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least Q4,594 ($593) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Benito expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated Q3,534 ($456) per month in San Benito including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Guatemala.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in San Benito?
A net salary of around Q4,594 ($593) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in San Benito with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in San Benito is Q3,488 ($450).
How much is rent in San Benito?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated Q1,515 ($196) per month in the city centre and Q1,054 ($136) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about Q3,162 ($408).
Is San Benito cheaper than Guatemala on average?
Yes — San Benito is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Guatemala average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in San Benito?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at Q843 ($109) in San Benito. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about Q37 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around Q11 ($1).
How do transport costs in San Benito compare?
A monthly public transport pass in San Benito is estimated at Q136 ($18). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for San Benito are estimates based on Guatemala national averages adjusted for city size (population 54,189). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.