Belize City, Belize
Cost of Living in Belize City, Belize
Last updated on Apr 07, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Belize City, Belize is relatively low compared to other cities in the region. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Belize City can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost from $800 to $1,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Belize City is usually around $15 to $20 per person.
Is the cost of living in Belize City high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Belize City, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Belize City is generally considered to be quite affordable. Basic necessities such as food, transportation, and utilities are relatively inexpensive compared to other cities in the region. Rent prices can vary depending on the area, but are generally quite reasonable. Eating out at restaurants is also quite affordable, with many local eateries offering meals for a fraction of the cost of similar restaurants in other countries," remarked one expat in Belize City.
"That is such a leading answer. The QRP package requires that you bring 2000 us dollars into the country per month. For those not taking the QRP package, and taking up plain residency (takes a year to do) , there are people living on a lot less than 2000 US and living comfortably," explained one expat living in Belize City.
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Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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