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Cost of Living in Plaine du Nord

Plaine du Nord, Nord, Haiti · Population 28,544

▼ -16% vs Haiti average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)G49,525 ($375)
Couple, monthlyG87,792 ($665)
Family of four, monthlyG113,435 ($859)

Estimated Prices in Plaine du Nord

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantG535 ($4.05)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeG2,138 ($16.20)per meal
CappuccinoG160 ($1.22)each
Monthly groceries (single person)G12,118 ($91.80)per month
Monthly public transport passG1,960 ($14.85)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentG5,168 ($39.15)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)G1,497 ($11.34)per month
Fitness club membershipG1,497 ($11.34)per month
Cinema ticketG392 ($2.97)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreG19,960 ($151)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreG13,885 ($105)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreG41,656 ($316)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Plaine du Nord is G23,760 ($180) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of G49,525 ($375) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly G64,383 ($488) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (G13,885 ($105)) represents about 28% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Plaine du Nord

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Nearby Cities

Acul du Nord

5 km away · Nord

Milot

10 km away · Nord

Cap-Haïtien

10 km away · Nord

Quartier Morin

12 km away · Nord

Limbé

15 km away · Nord

Limonade

16 km away · Nord

Dondon

17 km away · Nord

Bas Limbé

18 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 Plaine du Nord

Plaine du Nord is one of the key cities in Haiti. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is G49,525 ($375), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around G13,885 ($105) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to G113,435 ($859) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately G87,792 ($665) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Plaine du Nord is G23,760 ($180). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least G64,383 ($488) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Plaine du Nord expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated G49,525 ($375) per month in Plaine du Nord including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Haiti.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Plaine du Nord?
A net salary of around G64,383 ($488) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Plaine du Nord with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Plaine du Nord is G23,760 ($180).
How much is rent in Plaine du Nord?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated G19,960 ($151) per month in the city centre and G13,885 ($105) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about G41,656 ($316).
Is Plaine du Nord cheaper than Haiti on average?
Yes — Plaine du Nord is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Haiti average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Plaine du Nord?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at G12,118 ($92) in Plaine du Nord. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about G535 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around G160 ($1).
How do transport costs in Plaine du Nord compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Plaine du Nord is estimated at G1,960 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Plaine du Nord are estimates based on Haiti national averages adjusted for city size (population 28,544). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.