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Cost of Living in Plaisance

Plaisance, Nippes, Haiti · Population 27,245

▼ -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 Plaisance

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 Plaisance 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.

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Nearby Cities

Baradères

4 km away · Nippes

Cavaillon

15 km away · Sud

Petit-Trou de Nippes

15 km away · Nippes

Maniche

20 km away · Sud

Saint-Louis du Sud

20 km away · Sud

L’Asile

22 km away · Nippes

Pestel

22 km away · Grand’Anse

Arnaud

24 km away · Nippes

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 Plaisance

Plaisance 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 Plaisance 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 Plaisance expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated G49,525 ($375) per month in Plaisance 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 Plaisance?
A net salary of around G64,383 ($488) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Plaisance with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Plaisance is G23,760 ($180).
How much is rent in Plaisance?
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 Plaisance cheaper than Haiti on average?
Yes — Plaisance 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 Plaisance?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at G12,118 ($92) in Plaisance. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about G535 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around G160 ($1).
How do transport costs in Plaisance compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Plaisance is estimated at G1,960 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Plaisance are estimates based on Haiti national averages adjusted for city size (population 27,245). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.