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Cost of Living in Spanish Town

Spanish Town, Saint Catherine, Jamaica · Population 131,056

▼ -6% vs Jamaica average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)J$84,240 ($540)
Couple, monthlyJ$149,916 ($961)
Family of four, monthlyJ$194,270 ($1,245)

Estimated Prices in Spanish Town

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantJ$889 ($5.70)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeJ$3,557 ($22.80)per meal
CappuccinoJ$267 ($1.71)each
Monthly groceries (single person)J$20,155 ($129)per month
Monthly public transport passJ$3,260 ($20.90)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentJ$8,596 ($55.10)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)J$2,490 ($15.96)per month
Fitness club membershipJ$2,490 ($15.96)per month
Cinema ticketJ$652 ($4.18)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreJ$35,880 ($230)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreJ$24,960 ($160)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreJ$74,880 ($480)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Spanish Town is J$93,600 ($600) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of J$84,240 ($540) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly J$109,512 ($702) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (J$24,960 ($160)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Nearby Cities

Portmore

10 km away · Saint Catherine

Bog Walk

14 km away · Saint Catherine

Half Way Tree

17 km away · Saint Andrew

Kingston

17 km away · Kingston

Linstead

18 km away · Saint Catherine

Old Harbour

19 km away · Saint Catherine

Ewarton

24 km away · Saint Catherine

May Pen

32 km away · Clarendon

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

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 Spanish Town

Spanish Town is one of the key cities in Jamaica. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is J$84,240 ($540), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around J$24,960 ($160) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to J$194,270 ($1,245) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately J$149,916 ($961) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Spanish Town is J$93,600 ($600). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least J$109,512 ($702) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spanish Town expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated J$84,240 ($540) per month in Spanish Town including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Jamaica.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Spanish Town?
A net salary of around J$109,512 ($702) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Spanish Town with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Spanish Town is J$93,600 ($600).
How much is rent in Spanish Town?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated J$35,880 ($230) per month in the city centre and J$24,960 ($160) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about J$74,880 ($480).
Is Spanish Town cheaper than Jamaica on average?
Yes — Spanish Town is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Jamaica average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Spanish Town?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at J$20,155 ($129) in Spanish Town. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about J$889 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around J$267 ($2).
How do transport costs in Spanish Town compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Spanish Town is estimated at J$3,260 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Spanish Town are estimates based on Jamaica national averages adjusted for city size (population 131,056). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.