Cost of Living in Haiti
The population of Haiti is 10,981,229. The average cost of living in Haiti is $2670 and the median after-tax salary is $850.53
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Restaurants |
Price |
World Range |
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Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant |
12.99 $ |
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Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course |
70.0 $ |
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McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) |
12.0 $ |
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Domestic Beer (1 pint draught) |
5.0 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
6.0 $ |
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Cappuccino (regular) |
3.0 $ |
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Coke/Pepsi (12 oz small bottle) |
2.1 $ |
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Water (12 oz small bottle) |
2.39 $ |
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Markets |
Price |
World Range |
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Milk (regular), (1 gallon) |
1.96 $ |
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Loaf of Fresh White Bread (1 lb) |
1.4 $ |
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Rice (white), (1 lb) |
3.16 $ |
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Eggs (regular) (12) |
2.53 $ |
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Local Cheese (1 lb) |
6.04 $ |
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Chicken Fillets (1 lb) |
12.06 $ |
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Beef Round (1 lb) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) |
19.39 $ |
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Apples (1 lb) |
2.35 $ |
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Banana (1 lb) |
2.35 $ |
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Oranges (1 lb) |
2.92 $ |
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Tomato (1 lb) |
2.91 $ |
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Potato (1 lb) |
4.79 $ |
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Onion (1 lb) |
2.68 $ |
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Lettuce (1 head) |
0.99 $ |
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Water (1.5 liter bottle) |
1.0 $ |
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Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) |
7.5 $ |
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Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) |
1.12 $ |
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Imported Beer (12 oz small bottle) |
1.38 $ |
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Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) |
2.15 $ |
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Transportation |
Price |
World Range |
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One-way Ticket (Local Transport) |
0.5 $ |
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Monthly Pass (Regular Price) |
30.61 $ |
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Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) |
0.5 $ |
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Taxi 1 mile (Normal Tariff) |
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Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) |
11.91 $ |
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Gasoline (1 gallon) |
1.86 $ |
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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) |
25000.0 $ |
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Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) |
45000.0 $ |
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Utilities (Monthly) |
Price |
World Range |
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Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 915 sq ft Apartment |
88.74 $ |
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1 min. of Prepaid Mobile Tariff Local (No Discounts or Plans) |
0.12 $ |
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Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) |
93.78 $ |
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Sports And Leisure |
Price |
World Range |
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Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult |
66.36 $ |
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Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) |
20.0 $ |
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Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat |
5.0 $ |
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Childcare |
Price |
World Range |
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Preschool (or Kindergarten), Full Day, Private, Monthly for 1 Child |
100.0 $ |
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International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child |
6867.8 $ |
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Clothing And Shoes |
Price |
World Range |
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1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) |
53.39 $ |
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1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M, ...) |
32.91 $ |
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1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) |
86.79 $ |
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1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes |
150.0 $ |
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Rent Per Month |
Price |
World Range |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre |
1300.0 $ |
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Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre |
703.15 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre |
1947.2 $ |
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Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre |
1016.84 $ |
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Buy Apartment Price |
Price |
World Range |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre |
2960.08 $ |
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Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre |
1689.75 $ |
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Salaries And Financing |
Price |
World Range |
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Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) |
850.53 $ |
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Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly, for 20 Years Fixed-Rate |
14.0 % |
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Haiti
OVERALL RISK: HIGH
Generally speaking, Haiti is not a safe place to visit. Keep in mind that many people have reported that there are no safe places in Haiti. If you do visit, stick to maximum precaution measures.
TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: HIGH
Transport is definitely not safe in Haiti. Upon arriving, make sure that no one is following you, as criminals have been known to watch people arriving and then following them and attacking them. The same thing applies to people withdrawing money from banks or ATMs. Apart from this, public transport has been known to be the site of many criminal actions, stabbings, murders, robberies and kidnappings, so avoid using public transportation, including “tap-taps” by all means.
PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH
The poverty in Haiti is present everywhere so it is, of course, highly advised against walking around looking like you have money. The situation in Haiti is crushing so it’s no wonder that people will try and steal from you if you look like a target with money. Apply maximum precaution measures in order to minimize the chances of getting stolen from.
NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: MEDIUM
In the past, there have been numerous natural disasters hitting Haiti, such as cyclones, hurricanes, tropical storms, torrential rains, floods and earthquakes. The hurricane season is between June and November.
MUGGING RISK: HIGH
The chances of getting mugged or kidnapped are high in Haiti. By all means, avoid walking around Port au Prince alone, particularly at night, and if you do, stay away from the insanely high crime level slum areas Carrefour, Martissant, Cite Soleil, the Delmas road area, and Petionville.
TERRORISM RISK: LOW
Even though there haven't been any terrorist attacks in Haiti’s recent history, they shouldn't be ruled out. Tourists are advised to remain aware of their surroundings at all times.
SCAMS RISK: MEDIUM
As you would expect in a country ridden with crime like Haiti, people will probably try to scam you. Be wary of anyone using tactics in order to distract you. Double check your change and negotiate everything in advance. Be careful when entering any taxi vehicles and agree on the price in advance.
WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: HIGH
Haiti is not a safe place for women to travel to. Do not go anywhere unaccompanied, and under no circumstances leave your accommodation without company after dark. Women are easier targets and there have been many reports of sexual attacks, rapes and robberies.
Visas
Most countries do not need a visa to enter Haiti. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months past the date of your return from Haiti. If you are not sure about your visa status, visit www.doyouneedvisa.com which will let you know whether or not you need visa based on your nationality and the country you want to visit.
Currency
Haitian gourde is the official currency in Haiti. Most major cities have ATMs, but keep in mind that they often run out of money or stop working. Credit cards are usually accepted in most establishments in the capital but rarely elsewhere.
Weather
Haiti’s climate is generally tropical, characterized by hot and humid weather. Fog and drizzle brought by the north winds interrupt Haiti's dry season from November to January, and from February to May, the weather is very wet, making it a wet season.
Airports
Toussaint Louverture International Airport is the busiest airport in Haiti. It is located in Tabarre, a commune of Port-au-Prince in Haiti.
Travel Insurance
Just like anywhere else, we advise getting travel insurance when traveling to Haiti, because it would cover not only medical problems, but also theft and loss of valuables.