Cost of living in Belize compared to United States
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| Food | + 6% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Belize is 6% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | BZ$27 ($13) | $19 | - 29% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | BZ$9 ($4.45) | $10 | - 55% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | BZ$50 ($25) | $5.78 | + 324% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | BZ$4.37 ($2.16) | $1.08 | + 100% | |
| 12 eggs, large | BZ$3.93 ($1.94) | $4.94 | - 61% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | BZ$2.75 ($1.36) | $4.68 | - 71% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | BZ$8 ($3.95) | $7 | - 43% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | BZ$4.00 ($1.98) | $4.68 | - 58% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | BZ$3.50 ($1.73) | $2.51 | - 31% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | BZ$5.08 ($2.51) | $3.10 | - 19% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | BZ$50 ($25) | $16 | + 56% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | BZ$5.00 ($2.47) | $2.76 | - 11% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | BZ$4.00 ($1.98) | $2.99 | - 34% | |
| Housing | - 63% | |||
| Housing in Belize is 63% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | BZ$1,500 ($742) | $2,839 | - 74% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | BZ$1,328 ($656) | $2,147 | - 69% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | BZ$120 ($59) | $222 | - 73% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | BZ$2,114 ($1,045) | $1,889 | - 45% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | BZ$600 ($297) | $1,444 | - 79% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | BZ$100 ($49) | $146 | - 66% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | - | $64 | - | |
| 40” flat screen tv | BZ$1,081 ($534) | $295 | + 81% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | BZ$240 ($119) | $134 | - 11% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | BZ$12 ($5.93) | $13 | - 56% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | BZ$6 ($3.09) | $31 | - 90% | |
| Clothes | + 13% | |||
| Clothes in Belize is 13% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | BZ$82 ($40) | $54 | - 25% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | BZ$127 ($63) | $45 | + 40% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | BZ$246 ($122) | $93 | + 31% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | BZ$75 ($37) | $119 | - 69% | |
| Transportation | + 26% | |||
| Transportation in Belize is 26% more expensive than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | BZ$42,692 ($21,099) | $27,977 | - 25% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | BZ$7 ($3.25) | $1.05 | + 210% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | - | $79 | - | |
| Personal Care | - 41% | |||
| Personal Care in Belize is 41% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | BZ$29 ($15) | $8 | + 78% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | BZ$30 ($15) | $21 | - 31% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | BZ$100 ($49) | $139 | - 64% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | BZ$27 ($13) | $8 | + 58% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | BZ$5.83 ($2.88) | $4.80 | - 40% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | BZ$13 ($6) | $6 | + 0% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | BZ$1.50 ($0.74) | $4.78 | - 84% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | BZ$1.75 ($0.86) | $2.24 | - 61% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | BZ$20 ($10) | $27 | - 64% | |
| Entertainment | - 9% | |||
| Entertainment in Belize is 9% cheaper than in United States | ||||
| Belize | United States | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | BZ$79 ($39) | $55 | - 29% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | BZ$30 ($15) | $28 | - 46% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | BZ$72 ($36) | $203 | - 83% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | BZ$125 ($62) | $89 | - 30% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | BZ$13 ($6) | $14 | - 55% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | BZ$9 ($4.29) | $5.19 | - 17% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | BZ$5.00 ($2.47) | $6 | - 61% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | BZ$950 ($470) | $556 | - 16% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | BZ$1.00 ($0.49) | $0.20 | + 147% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | BZ$133 ($66) | $54 | + 21% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | BZ$9 ($4.45) | $10 | - 55% | |
| TOTAL | - 22% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 21,836 prices entered by 2,814 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 04, 2023.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Belize is 22% cheaper than in United States
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