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Cost of Living in Old Harbour

Old Harbour, Saint Catherine, Jamaica · Population 28,665

▼ -16% vs Jamaica average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)J$75,232 ($482)
Couple, monthlyJ$133,705 ($857)
Family of four, monthlyJ$173,091 ($1,110)

Estimated Prices in Old Harbour

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantJ$800 ($5.13)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeJ$3,201 ($20.52)per meal
CappuccinoJ$240 ($1.54)each
Monthly groceries (single person)J$18,140 ($116)per month
Monthly public transport passJ$2,934 ($18.81)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentJ$7,736 ($49.59)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)J$2,241 ($14.36)per month
Fitness club membershipJ$2,241 ($14.36)per month
Cinema ticketJ$587 ($3.76)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreJ$31,453 ($202)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreJ$21,880 ($140)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreJ$65,640 ($421)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Old Harbour is J$84,240 ($540) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of J$75,232 ($482) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly J$97,802 ($627) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (J$21,880 ($140)) represents about 29% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

May Pen

14 km away · Clarendon

Spanish Town

19 km away · Saint Catherine

Bog Walk

24 km away · Saint Catherine

Linstead

24 km away · Saint Catherine

Portmore

27 km away · Saint Catherine

Ewarton

27 km away · Saint Catherine

Kingston

34 km away · Kingston

Half Way Tree

35 km away · Saint Andrew

Other Major Cities in Jamaica

Kingston

Kingston · pop. 1,190,000

J$111,712 ($716) / mo

Portmore

Saint Catherine · pop. 182,153

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

Spanish Town

Saint Catherine · pop. 131,056

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

Montego Bay

Saint James · pop. 123,994

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

Lucky Hill

Saint Mary · pop. 114,227

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

Half Way Tree

Saint Andrew · pop. 96,494

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

May Pen

Clarendon · pop. 61,548

J$84,240 ($540) / mo

Living in Old Harbour

Old Harbour is one of the key cities in Jamaica. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is J$75,232 ($482), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around J$21,880 ($140) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to J$173,091 ($1,110) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately J$133,705 ($857) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Old Harbour is J$84,240 ($540). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least J$97,802 ($627) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Harbour expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated J$75,232 ($482) per month in Old Harbour including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Jamaica.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Old Harbour?
A net salary of around J$97,802 ($627) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Old Harbour with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Old Harbour is J$84,240 ($540).
How much is rent in Old Harbour?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated J$31,453 ($202) per month in the city centre and J$21,880 ($140) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about J$65,640 ($421).
Is Old Harbour cheaper than Jamaica on average?
Yes — Old Harbour is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Jamaica average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Old Harbour?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at J$18,140 ($116) in Old Harbour. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about J$800 ($5) and a cappuccino runs around J$240 ($2).
How do transport costs in Old Harbour compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Old Harbour is estimated at J$2,934 ($19). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Old Harbour are estimates based on Jamaica national averages adjusted for city size (population 28,665). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.