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Cost of Living in Tocoa

Tocoa, Colón, Honduras · Population 72,847

▼ -6% vs Honduras average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)L9,880 ($400)
Couple, monthlyL17,599 ($713)
Family of four, monthlyL22,821 ($924)

Estimated Prices in Tocoa

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL104 ($4.20)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL415 ($16.80)per meal
CappuccinoL31.12 ($1.26)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L2,351 ($95.20)per month
Monthly public transport passL380 ($15.40)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL1,003 ($40.60)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L290 ($11.76)per month
Fitness club membershipL290 ($11.76)per month
Cinema ticketL76.08 ($3.08)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL4,261 ($173)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL2,964 ($120)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL8,892 ($360)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Tocoa is L9,880 ($400) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of L9,880 ($400) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly L12,844 ($520) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (L2,964 ($120)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Tocoa

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Nearby Cities

Sonaguera

29 km away · Colón

Trujillo

29 km away · Colón

Bonito Oriental

31 km away · Colón

Olanchito

64 km away · Yoro

La Ceiba

85 km away · Atlántida

Catacamas

91 km away · Olancho

Roatán

93 km away · Islas de la Bahía

Iriona

104 km away · Colón

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 Tocoa

Tocoa is one of the key cities in Honduras. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is L9,880 ($400), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around L2,964 ($120) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to L22,821 ($924) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately L17,599 ($713) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Tocoa is L9,880 ($400). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least L12,844 ($520) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tocoa expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated L9,880 ($400) per month in Tocoa including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Honduras.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Tocoa?
A net salary of around L12,844 ($520) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Tocoa with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Tocoa is L9,880 ($400).
How much is rent in Tocoa?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated L4,261 ($173) per month in the city centre and L2,964 ($120) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about L8,892 ($360).
Is Tocoa cheaper than Honduras on average?
Yes — Tocoa is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Honduras average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Tocoa?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at L2,351 ($95) in Tocoa. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about L104 ($4) and a cappuccino runs around L31 ($1).
How do transport costs in Tocoa compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Tocoa is estimated at L380 ($15). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Tocoa are estimates based on Honduras national averages adjusted for city size (population 72,847). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.