Can you live in Puerto Viejo with $ 1,000 a month?

Not comfortably. Estimated monthly costs are around $1,643, which exceeds this budget.

Can you live in Puerto Viejo with $ 2,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,643, you would have roughly $357 left each month (Affordable).

Can you live in Puerto Viejo with $ 3,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,643, you would have roughly $1,357 left each month (Very Comfortable).

Can you live in Puerto Viejo with $ 5,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,643, you would have roughly $3,357 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

Can you live in Puerto Viejo with $ 8,000 a month?

Yes. With estimated monthly costs of about $1,643, you would have roughly $6,357 left each month (Premium Lifestyle).

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Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

How much does it really cost to live in Puerto Viejo? Housing, food, transport, internet and more — plus what salary you need to live comfortably.

North America 👥 2,500 people 🌴 Tropical climate Small town 🌊 Near the sea 💱 CRC

💰 Can I afford Puerto Viejo? ⚖️ Compare this city Costa Rica →

$ $700 1-bedroom rent / mo

76 Quality of life / 100

62 Safety / 100

74 Internet / 100

56 Affordability / 100

Puerto Viejo vs San José ⚖️ Puerto Viejo vs Tamarindo ⚖️

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Estimated Monthly Cost

Single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Rent (1-bedroom)	$700
Food (moderate)	$400
Transport	$20
Utilities	$80
Internet	$32
Healthcare	$75
Entertainment	$170
Total (moderate)	$1,643

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Housing Costs

Typical monthly rent in Puerto Viejo.

Shared accommodation	$300
Studio	$520
1-bedroom	$700
2-bedroom	$1,000
3-bedroom	$1,350

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City Scores

How Puerto Viejo rates, out of 100.

Cost of living

Safety

Quality of life

Internet

Healthcare

Transport

Nightlife

Climate

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At a Glance

Climate🌴 Tropical
City sizeSmall
Near the seaYes 🌊
Geography🌊 Sea
Capital citySan José
LanguageSpanish
CurrencyCRC
Time zoneAmerica/Costa_Rica

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Pros and Cons of Puerto Viejo

✅ Pros

Fast and reliable internet
Great overall quality of life
Good healthcare options
Located near the coast
Vibrant nightlife and entertainment
Pleasant climate

⚠️ Cons

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Monthly Budget by Lifestyle

Based on a single person living in a 1-bedroom apartment.

Budget $1,085 per month Basic $1,252 per month Moderate $1,643 per month Comfortable $2,242 per month Premium $3,565 per month

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Can You Live in Puerto Viejo on These Salaries?

Estimated for a single person, moderate lifestyle, 1-bedroom apartment.

Monthly income	Status	Remaining
$ 1,000	Very Difficult	$-643 / month
$ 2,000	Affordable	$357 / month
$ 3,000	Very Comfortable	$1,357 / month
$ 5,000	Premium Lifestyle	$3,357 / month
$ 8,000	Premium Lifestyle	$6,357 / month