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Cost of Living in Honduras

65 cities covered · Currency: HNL (L) · Capital: Tegucigalpa

Single person, monthlyL10,519 ($426)
Couple, monthlyL18,751 ($759)
Family of four, monthlyL24,328 ($985)
Average net salaryL10,473 ($424)

Average Prices in Honduras

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantL110 ($4.45)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeL440 ($17.81)per meal
CappuccinoL32.99 ($1.34)each
Monthly groceries (single person)L2,493 ($101)per month
Monthly public transport passL403 ($16.32)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentL1,063 ($43.04)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)L308 ($12.47)per month
Fitness club membershipL308 ($12.47)per month
Cinema ticketL80.64 ($3.26)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreL4,583 ($186)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreL3,188 ($129)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreL9,564 ($387)per month

Major Cities in Honduras

Tegucigalpa

Francisco Morazán · pop. 1,199,136

San Pedro Sula

Cortés · pop. 793,835

Choloma

Cortés · pop. 227,535

La Ceiba

Atlántida · pop. 215,973

Ciudad Choluteca

Choluteca · pop. 152,519

El Progreso

Yoro · pop. 150,476

Villanueva

Cortés · pop. 149,977

Comayagua

Comayagua · pop. 144,785

Juticalpa

Olancho · pop. 124,828

Puerto Cortés

Cortés · pop. 97,506

Siguatepeque

Comayagua · pop. 94,480

Danlí

El Paraíso · pop. 88,722

Yoro

Yoro · pop. 86,665

Olanchito

Yoro · pop. 74,371

Tocoa

Colón · pop. 72,847

La Lima

Cortés · pop. 71,910

Catacamas

Olancho · pop. 63,310

Santa Rosa de Copán

Copán · pop. 61,083

Trujillo

Colón · pop. 60,558

Tela

Atlántida · pop. 58,523

Nacaome

Valle · pop. 57,345

Intibucá

Intibucá · pop. 56,017

San Manuel

Cortés · pop. 53,083

Gracias

Lempira · pop. 47,622

Cheapest Cities in Honduras

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City Comparisons in Honduras

Tegucigalpa vs San Pedro Sula

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Honduras

Tegucigalpa vs Choloma

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Honduras

San Pedro Sula vs La Ceiba

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Honduras

Choloma vs La Ceiba

Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Honduras

Cost of Living by City Size in Honduras

Living costs in Honduras vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of L10,519 ($426) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.

Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of living in Honduras?
The estimated average monthly cost for a single person in Honduras is L10,519 ($426), including rent outside the city centre. A family of four needs roughly L24,328 ($985) per month.
Which city has the lowest cost of living in Honduras?
Gracias ranks among the most affordable cities in Honduras with a low cost-of-living multiplier.
What is the average salary in Honduras?
The estimated average net salary in Honduras is L10,473 ($424) per month. Actual salaries vary significantly by profession, experience and city.
All figures are planning estimates for Honduras derived from national baselines. Individual city pages adjust these figures for city size. Methodology.