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Cost of Living in Limbé

Limbé, Nord, Haiti · Population 69,256

▼ -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 Limbé

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 Limbé 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.

Compare Limbé

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Nearby Cities

Port-Margot

6 km away · Nord

Acul du Nord

9 km away · Nord

Bas Limbé

11 km away · Nord

Plaisance

14 km away · Nord

Plaine du Nord

15 km away · Nord

Pilate

16 km away · Nord

Borgne

21 km away · Nord

Cap-Haïtien

22 km away · Nord

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 Limbé

Limbé 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 Limbé 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 Limbé expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated G55,440 ($420) per month in Limbé 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 Limbé?
A net salary of around G72,072 ($546) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Limbé with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Limbé is G26,400 ($200).
How much is rent in Limbé?
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 Limbé cheaper than Haiti on average?
Yes — Limbé 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 Limbé?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at G13,464 ($102) in Limbé. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about G594 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around G178 ($1).
How do transport costs in Limbé compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Limbé is estimated at G2,178 ($17). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Limbé are estimates based on Haiti national averages adjusted for city size (population 69,256). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.