Cost of Living in Haiti 2026 — Rent, Food, Tax & BudgetAll figures are shown in EUR for comparability. The local currency of Haiti is the Haitian gourde (HTG).
Monthly Living Costs in Haiti
Average prices from our cost dataset, re-checked on a rolling basis:
1BR Rent
per month, city average
3BR Rent
per month, city average
Groceries
per month, single person
Transport
per month, public transit pass
Utilities
per month, basic apartment
Meal Out
typical price per meal
Monthly budget (single person): €745 (1-bedroom rent + groceries + transport + utilities)
Monthly budget (couple): €875 (shared 1-bedroom rent, two of everything else)
These are national averages — actual costs vary by city and lifestyle.
How Expensive Is Haiti Overall?
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost-of-living index (market data; higher = more expensive) | 102.2 |
| Price level index (World Bank, 2024; US = 100) | 67.3 |
Salaries by Sector
Typical gross annual salaries in Haiti from our sector dataset:
| Sector | Typical gross annual (EUR) |
|---|---|
| IT & Software | €15,000 |
| Engineering | €12,000 |
| Finance | €11,000 |
| Healthcare | €9,500 |
| Construction | €8,000 |
| Education | €7,500 |
| Hospitality | €5,000 |
| Retail | €4,500 |
Taxes in Haiti
Headline tax figures that shape your take-home pay:
| Tax | Rate / amount |
|---|---|
| Effective income tax at €90k gross | 20% |
| Net monthly pay at €90k gross | €6,400 |
| VAT / sales tax | 10% |
| Top personal income-tax rate | 10% |
Worked example: on a €90,000 gross salary, net pay is about €6,400 per month. After rent and essentials (€745), roughly €5,655 per month is left for savings and discretionary spending.
How Haiti Compares to Its Neighbours
| Country | 1BR Rent | Groceries | Transport | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haiti | €550 | €95 | €35 | 102.2 |
| Dominican Republic | €655 | €280 | €17 | 40.5 |
| Cuba | €450 | €150 | €25 | 34.2 |
| Jamaica | €650 | €180 | €65 | 62.5 |
Quality of Life Metrics
Beyond cost, these factors shape everyday life in Haiti:
Safety index
Healthcare index
Internet speed
English proficiency
Life expectancy
Expat satisfaction
What It Costs to Get In: Visas & Residence
We track 2 residence and visa routes for Haiti.
Our engine estimates a minimum financial viability of €515 per month to sustain a move to Haiti.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Haiti expensive?
Haiti has a cost-of-living index of 102.2 (higher = more expensive). A 1-bedroom apartment averages €550 per month and a single person spends about €745 per month on rent plus essentials.
How much money do I need per month in Haiti?
About €745 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 €875 per month.
What is the average rent in Haiti?
A 1-bedroom apartment averages €550 per month and a 3-bedroom apartment averages €480 per month in Haiti. Prices vary significantly between city centres and smaller towns.
What do people earn in Haiti?
Typical gross annual salaries in Haiti range from €4,500 (Retail) to €15,000 (IT & Software), based on our sector dataset.
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