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Cost of Living in New Amsterdam

New Amsterdam, East Berbice-Corentyne, Guyana · Population 14,762

▼ -16% vs Guyana average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)$79,881 ($382)
Couple, monthly$142,063 ($680)
Family of four, monthly$184,003 ($880)

Estimated Prices in New Amsterdam

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$846 ($4.05)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$3,386 ($16.20)per meal
Cappuccino$254 ($1.22)each
Monthly groceries (single person)$19,186 ($91.80)per month
Monthly public transport pass$3,104 ($14.85)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$8,182 ($39.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$2,370 ($11.34)per month
Fitness club membership$2,370 ($11.34)per month
Cinema ticket$621 ($2.97)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$33,711 ($161)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$23,451 ($112)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$70,353 ($337)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in New Amsterdam is $94,050 ($450) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of $79,881 ($382) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly $103,845 ($497) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre ($23,451 ($112)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Fort Wellington

19 km away · Mahaica-Berbice

Princetown

57 km away · East Berbice-Corentyne

Linden

91 km away · Upper Demerara-Berbice

Georgetown

93 km away · Demerara-Mahaica

Vreed-en-Hoop

96 km away · Essequibo Islands-West Demerara

Ituni

114 km away · Upper Demerara-Berbice

Bartica

123 km away · Cuyuni-Mazaruni

Anna Regina

157 km away · Pomeroon-Supenaam

Other Major Cities in Guyana

Georgetown

Demerara-Mahaica · pop. 235,017

$118,645 ($568) / mo

Living in New Amsterdam

New Amsterdam is one of the key cities in Guyana. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is $79,881 ($382), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around $23,451 ($112) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to $184,003 ($880) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately $142,063 ($680) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in New Amsterdam is $94,050 ($450). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least $103,845 ($497) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Amsterdam expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated $79,881 ($382) per month in New Amsterdam including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Guyana.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in New Amsterdam?
A net salary of around $103,845 ($497) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in New Amsterdam with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in New Amsterdam is $94,050 ($450).
How much is rent in New Amsterdam?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated $33,711 ($161) per month in the city centre and $23,451 ($112) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $70,353 ($337).
Is New Amsterdam cheaper than Guyana on average?
Yes — New Amsterdam is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Guyana average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in New Amsterdam?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at $19,186 ($92) in New Amsterdam. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about $846 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around $254 ($1).
How do transport costs in New Amsterdam compare?
A monthly public transport pass in New Amsterdam is estimated at $3,104 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for New Amsterdam are estimates based on Guyana national averages adjusted for city size (population 14,762). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.