Jamaica
Cost of Living in Kingston
Monthly Total
$1,919
$33,583
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$635
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$43
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$635
$11,113
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$200
$3,500
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$182
$3,185
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$108
$1,890
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$510
$8,925
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$180
$3,150
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$59
$1,033
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$45
$788
Monthly Total
$1,919
$33,583
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