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Cost of Living in Gracias

Gracias, Lempira, Honduras · Population 47,622

▼ -16% vs Honduras average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)L8,823 ($357)
Couple, monthlyL15,694 ($635)
Family of four, monthlyL20,331 ($823)

Estimated Prices in Gracias

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL93.37 ($3.78)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL373 ($15.12)per meal
CappuccinoL28.01 ($1.13)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L2,116 ($85.68)per month
Monthly public transport passL342 ($13.86)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL903 ($36.54)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L261 ($10.58)per month
Fitness club membershipL261 ($10.58)per month
Cinema ticketL68.47 ($2.77)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL3,735 ($151)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL2,598 ($105)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL7,795 ($316)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Gracias is L8,892 ($360) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of L8,823 ($357) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly L11,469 ($464) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (L2,598 ($105)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

San Rafael

23 km away · Lempira

San Juan

27 km away · Intibucá

Santa Rosa de Copán

29 km away · Copán

San Marcos

45 km away · Ocotepeque

Gualcince

52 km away · Lempira

Santa Bárbara

52 km away · Santa Bárbara

Intibucá

53 km away · Intibucá

La Esperanza

54 km away · Intibucá

Other Major Cities in Honduras

Tegucigalpa

Francisco Morazán · pop. 1,199,136

L13,105 ($531) / mo

San Pedro Sula

Cortés · pop. 793,835

L10,519 ($426) / mo

Choloma

Cortés · pop. 227,535

L9,880 ($400) / mo

La Ceiba

Atlántida · pop. 215,973

L9,880 ($400) / mo

Ciudad Choluteca

Choluteca · pop. 152,519

L9,880 ($400) / mo

El Progreso

Yoro · pop. 150,476

L9,880 ($400) / mo

Villanueva

Cortés · pop. 149,977

L9,880 ($400) / mo

Comayagua

Comayagua · pop. 144,785

L9,880 ($400) / mo

Living in Gracias

Gracias is one of the key cities in Honduras. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is L8,823 ($357), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around L2,598 ($105) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to L20,331 ($823) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately L15,694 ($635) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Gracias is L8,892 ($360). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least L11,469 ($464) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gracias expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L8,823 ($357) per month in Gracias including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Honduras.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Gracias?
A net salary of around L11,469 ($464) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Gracias with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Gracias is L8,892 ($360).
How much is rent in Gracias?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated L3,735 ($151) per month in the city centre and L2,598 ($105) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about L7,795 ($316).
Is Gracias cheaper than Honduras on average?
Yes — Gracias is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Honduras average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Gracias?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L2,116 ($86) in Gracias. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L93 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L28 ($1).
How do transport costs in Gracias compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Gracias is estimated at L342 ($14). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Gracias are estimates based on Honduras national averages adjusted for city size (population 47,622). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.