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Cost of Living in Chantal

Chantal, Sud, Haiti

▼ -13% vs Haiti average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)G51,294 ($389)
Couple, monthlyG90,965 ($689)
Family of four, monthlyG117,571 ($891)

Estimated Prices in Chantal

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantG552 ($4.19)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeG2,210 ($16.74)per meal
CappuccinoG166 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)G12,522 ($94.86)per month
Monthly public transport passG2,026 ($15.35)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentG5,340 ($40.46)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)G1,547 ($11.72)per month
Fitness club membershipG1,547 ($11.72)per month
Cinema ticketG405 ($3.07)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreG20,795 ($158)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreG14,466 ($110)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreG43,399 ($329)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Chantal is G24,552 ($186) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of G51,294 ($389) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly G66,683 ($505) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (G14,466 ($110)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Arniquet

6 km away · Sud

Torbeck

9 km away · Sud

Roche-à-Bateau

12 km away · Sud

Port-Salut

13 km away · Sud

Camp Perrin

13 km away · Sud

Les Cayes

15 km away · Sud

Les Côteaux

16 km away · Sud

La Source

16 km away · Sud

Other Major Cities in Haiti

Port-au-Prince

Ouest · pop. 2,914,190

G73,468 ($557) / mo

Carrefour

Ouest · pop. 511,345

G59,013 ($447) / mo

Pétion-Ville

Ouest · pop. 376,834

G59,013 ($447) / mo

Gonaïves

Artibonite · pop. 356,324

G59,013 ($447) / mo

Delmas

Ouest · pop. 284,079

G59,013 ($447) / mo

Saint-Marc

Artibonite · pop. 266,642

G59,013 ($447) / mo

Croix-des-Bouquets

Ouest · pop. 231,077

G55,440 ($420) / mo

Jacmel

Sud-Est · pop. 221,965

G55,440 ($420) / mo

Living in Chantal

Chantal is one of the key cities in Haiti. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is G51,294 ($389), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around G14,466 ($110) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to G117,571 ($891) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately G90,965 ($689) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Chantal is G24,552 ($186). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least G66,683 ($505) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chantal expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated G51,294 ($389) per month in Chantal including rent outside the city centre. That is 13% less than the national average for Haiti.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Chantal?
A net salary of around G66,683 ($505) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Chantal with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Chantal is G24,552 ($186).
How much is rent in Chantal?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated G20,795 ($158) per month in the city centre and G14,466 ($110) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about G43,399 ($329).
Is Chantal cheaper than Haiti on average?
Yes — Chantal is estimated to be about 13% cheaper than the Haiti average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Chantal?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at G12,522 ($95) in Chantal. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about G552 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around G166 ($1).
How do transport costs in Chantal compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Chantal is estimated at G2,026 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Chantal are estimates based on Haiti national averages adjusted for city size. Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.