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Cost of living in Cuba compared to India
Currency:
| Food | + 68% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Cuba is 68% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 12 CUC (₨858) | ₨395 | + 117% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 5.44 CUC (₨375) | ₨256 | + 46% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 3.50 CUC (₨242) | ₨143 | + 69% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2.39 CUC (₨165) | ₨52 | + 220% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 1.01 CUC (₨70) | ₨72 | - 2% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 1.60 CUC (₨110) | ₨37 | + 198% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 5.30 CUC (₨366) | ₨195 | + 87% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 3.12 CUC (₨216) | ₨141 | + 53% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 0.78 CUC (₨54) | ₨24 | + 120% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 1.67 CUC (₨116) | ₨120 | - 4% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 9 CUC (₨587) | ₨865 | - 32% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 2.50 CUC (₨173) | ₨82 | + 111% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 0.90 CUC (₨62) | ₨33 | + 86% | |
| Housing | + 232% | |||
| Housing in Cuba is 232% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 1,138 CUC (₨78,473) | ₨31,022 | + 153% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 628 CUC (₨43,349) | ₨20,739 | + 109% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 121 CUC (₨8,343) | ₨4,229 | + 97% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 774 CUC (₨53,384) | ₨23,584 | + 126% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 700 CUC (₨48,286) | ₨15,158 | + 219% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 83 CUC (₨5,695) | ₨3,397 | + 68% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 139 CUC (₨9,593) | ₨772 | + 1142% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 998 CUC (₨68,818) | ₨33,237 | + 107% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 133 CUC (₨9,170) | ₨10,729 | - 15% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 12 CUC (₨820) | ₨416 | + 97% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 25 CUC (₨1,725) | ₨548 | + 215% | |
| Clothes | + 42% | |||
| Clothes in Cuba is 42% more expensive than in India | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 63 CUC (₨4,370) | ₨2,420 | + 81% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 51 CUC (₨3,544) | ₨2,726 | + 30% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 85 CUC (₨5,860) | ₨4,018 | + 46% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 84 CUC (₨5,826) | ₨3,262 | + 79% | |
| Transportation | + 141% | |||
| Transportation in Cuba is 141% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 62,052 CUC (₨4,280,339) | ₨888,164 | + 382% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 1.11 CUC (₨76) | ₨79 | - 3% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 38 CUC (₨2,634) | ₨1,287 | + 105% | |
| Personal Care | + 25% | |||
| Personal Care in Cuba is 25% more expensive than in India | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 2.77 CUC (₨191) | ₨129 | + 49% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 8 CUC (₨549) | ₨328 | + 68% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 23 CUC (₨1,587) | ₨1,169 | + 36% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 4.11 CUC (₨284) | ₨263 | + 8% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 2.90 CUC (₨200) | ₨183 | + 9% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 4.47 CUC (₨309) | ₨229 | + 35% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 2.17 CUC (₨150) | ₨128 | + 16% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 1.39 CUC (₨96) | ₨72 | + 32% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 4.66 CUC (₨321) | ₨299 | + 8% | |
| Entertainment | - 38% | |||
| Entertainment in Cuba is 38% cheaper than in India | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 12 CUC (₨833) | ₨1,247 | - 33% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 13 CUC (₨907) | ₨495 | + 83% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | - | ₨2,139 | - | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 32 CUC (₨2,233) | ₨1,840 | + 21% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 4.45 CUC (₨307) | ₨831 | - 63% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 2.06 CUC (₨142) | ₨218 | - 35% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 2.09 CUC (₨144) | ₨239 | - 39% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 429 CUC (₨29,599) | ₨37,720 | - 22% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.33 CUC (₨23) | ₨71 | - 68% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 55 CUC (₨3,773) | ₨2,267 | + 66% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 4.05 CUC (₨279) | ₨255 | + 10% | |
| TOTAL | + 75% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 28,982 prices entered by 4,040 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 23, 2019.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Cuba is 75% more expensive than in India
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