Cost of living in Guatemala compared to Dominican Republic
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Food | + 23% | |||
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Food in Guatemala is 23% more expensive than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | Q91 (RD$ 686) | RD$ 540 | + 27% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | Q51 (RD$ 384) | RD$ 422 | - 9% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | Q28 (RD$ 210) | RD$ 190 | + 10% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | Q15 (RD$ 115) | RD$ 73 | + 58% | |
12 eggs, large | Q21 (RD$ 159) | RD$ 118 | + 34% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | Q25 (RD$ 187) | RD$ 85 | + 120% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | Q41 (RD$ 311) | RD$ 257 | + 21% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | Q29 (RD$ 221) | RD$ 159 | + 39% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | Q12 (RD$ 91) | RD$ 70 | + 29% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | Q12 (RD$ 91) | RD$ 134 | - 32% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | Q107 (RD$ 810) | RD$ 784 | + 3% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | Q18 (RD$ 139) | RD$ 81 | + 71% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | Q10 (RD$ 72) | RD$ 47 | + 54% | |
Housing | + 11% | |||
Housing in Guatemala is 11% more expensive than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | Q8,100 (RD$ 61,367) | RD$ 57,457 | + 7% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | Q4,715 (RD$ 35,721) | RD$ 28,006 | + 28% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | Q657 (RD$ 4,981) | RD$ 4,183 | + 19% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | Q6,050 (RD$ 45,833) | RD$ 28,370 | + 62% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | Q3,741 (RD$ 28,345) | RD$ 13,550 | + 109% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | Q328 (RD$ 2,482) | RD$ 1,976 | + 26% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | Q264 (RD$ 1,998) | RD$ 1,584 | + 26% | |
40” flat screen tv | Q3,167 (RD$ 23,993) | RD$ 28,006 | - 14% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | Q998 (RD$ 7,561) | RD$ 6,815 | + 11% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | Q101 (RD$ 764) | RD$ 466 | + 64% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | Q36 (RD$ 272) | RD$ 1,242 | - 78% | |
Clothes | + 55% | |||
Clothes in Guatemala is 55% more expensive than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | Q485 (RD$ 3,675) | RD$ 2,446 | + 50% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | Q405 (RD$ 3,068) | RD$ 1,766 | + 74% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | Q787 (RD$ 5,960) | RD$ 4,580 | + 30% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | Q888 (RD$ 6,729) | RD$ 5,309 | + 27% | |
Transportation | - 15% | |||
Transportation in Guatemala is 15% cheaper than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | Q190,122 (RD$ 1,440,351) | RD$ 632,273 | + 128% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | Q11 (RD$ 81) | RD$ 76 | + 7% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | Q192 (RD$ 1,455) | RD$ 2,698 | - 46% | |
Personal Care | + 69% | |||
Personal Care in Guatemala is 69% more expensive than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | Q36 (RD$ 274) | RD$ 308 | - 11% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | Q191 (RD$ 1,447) | RD$ 275 | + 427% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | Q324 (RD$ 2,453) | RD$ 2,161 | + 13% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | Q45 (RD$ 337) | RD$ 159 | + 113% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | Q39 (RD$ 294) | RD$ 152 | + 94% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | Q50 (RD$ 376) | RD$ 267 | + 41% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | Q25 (RD$ 188) | RD$ 133 | + 42% | |
Tube of toothpaste | Q14 (RD$ 103) | RD$ 148 | - 30% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | Q101 (RD$ 766) | RD$ 642 | + 19% | |
Entertainment | + 20% | |||
Entertainment in Guatemala is 20% more expensive than in Dominican Republic | ||||
Guatemala | Dominican Republic | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | Q156 (RD$ 1,180) | RD$ 1,462 | - 19% | |
2 tickets to the movies | Q91 (RD$ 693) | RD$ 618 | + 12% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | Q271 (RD$ 2,054) | RD$ 2,320 | - 11% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | Q355 (RD$ 2,686) | RD$ 3,640 | - 26% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | Q62 (RD$ 473) | RD$ 497 | - 5% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | Q31 (RD$ 237) | RD$ 227 | + 4% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | Q25 (RD$ 188) | RD$ 167 | + 13% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | Q5,278 (RD$ 39,983) | RD$ 23,456 | + 70% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | Q2.11 (RD$ 16) | RD$ 8 | + 96% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | Q470 (RD$ 3,564) | RD$ 2,882 | + 24% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | Q31 (RD$ 238) | RD$ 278 | - 14% | |
TOTAL | + 14% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,300 prices entered by 138 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 27, 2024.
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Cost of living in Guatemala is 14% more expensive than in Dominican Republic
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