Cost of Living in Guyana 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Guyana is the Guyanese dollar (GYD).
Monthly Living Costs in Guyana
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Monthly budget (single person): €1,174 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €1,440 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Guyana Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 46.3 |
| Rent index | 24.8 |
| Groceries index | 62.6 |
| Restaurant price index | 53.8 |
| Local purchasing-power index (higher = stronger) | 52.1 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 37 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Guyana from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €32,000 |
| Engineering | €28,000 |
| Finance | €26,000 |
| Healthcare | €22,000 |
| Construction | €20,000 |
| Education | €16,000 |
| Hospitality | €12,000 |
| Retail | €11,000 |
Taxes in Guyana
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 7.8% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,150 |
| VAT / sales tax | 14% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 35% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,150 per month. After rent and essentials (€1,174), roughly €4,976 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Guyana Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | €820 | €250 | €16 | 46.3 |
| Brazil | €450 | €180 | €65 | 51.6 |
| Suriname | €650 | €280 | €55 | 42 |
| Venezuela | €85 | €65 | €2 | 9.7 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Guyana:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 11 residence and visa routes for Guyana — see the full Guyana visa programme list.
Lowest documented income requirement among tracked routes: €2,000 per month — Employment Visa on Arrival (work route). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €760 per month to sustain a move to Guyana.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guyana expensive?
Guyana has a cost-of-living index of 46.3 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €820 per month and a single person spends about €1,174 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Guyana?
About €1,174 per month covers rent and essentials for a single person (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities). A couple sharing a 1-bedroom apartment needs about €1,440 per month.
What do people earn in Guyana?
Typical gross annual salaries in Guyana range from €11,000 (Retail) to €32,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
Which residence route has the lowest income requirement for Guyana?
Among the 11 Guyana residence routes we track, the lowest documented income requirement is €2,000 per month (Employment Visa on Arrival). Requirements change; always confirm on the official page before applying.
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