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Cost of Living in Les Cayes

Les Cayes, Sud, Haiti · Population 151,696

▼ -6% vs Haiti average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)G55,440 ($420)
Couple, monthlyG98,406 ($746)
Family of four, monthlyG127,274 ($964)

Estimated Prices in Les Cayes

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantG594 ($4.50)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeG2,376 ($18.00)per meal
CappuccinoG178 ($1.35)each
Monthly groceries (single person)G13,464 ($102)per month
Monthly public transport passG2,178 ($16.50)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentG5,742 ($43.50)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)G1,663 ($12.60)per month
Fitness club membershipG1,663 ($12.60)per month
Cinema ticketG436 ($3.30)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreG22,770 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreG15,840 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreG47,520 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Les Cayes is G26,400 ($200) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of G55,440 ($420) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly G72,072 ($546) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (G15,840 ($120)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

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Chantal

15 km away · Sud

Cavaillon

15 km away · Sud

Arniquet

15 km away · Sud

La Source

15 km away · Sud

Maniche

16 km away · Sud

Camp Perrin

18 km away · Sud

Port-Salut

22 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 Les Cayes

Les Cayes is one of the key cities in Haiti. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is G55,440 ($420), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around G15,840 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to G127,274 ($964) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately G98,406 ($746) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Les Cayes is G26,400 ($200). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least G72,072 ($546) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Les Cayes expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated G55,440 ($420) per month in Les Cayes including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Haiti.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Les Cayes?
A net salary of around G72,072 ($546) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Les Cayes with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Les Cayes is G26,400 ($200).
How much is rent in Les Cayes?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated G22,770 ($173) per month in the city centre and G15,840 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about G47,520 ($360).
Is Les Cayes cheaper than Haiti on average?
Yes — Les Cayes is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Haiti average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Les Cayes?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at G13,464 ($102) in Les Cayes. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about G594 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around G178 ($1).
How do transport costs in Les Cayes compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Les Cayes is estimated at G2,178 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Les Cayes are estimates based on Haiti national averages adjusted for city size (population 151,696). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.