Cost of Living in Havana, Cuba
Havana is a city in Cuba, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,049 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $237 per month, or $323 outside the centre. Internet is slow at around 4 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Havana scores 60/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 93°F and winter highs around 82°F, with roughly 298 sunny days a year.
How Havana Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Havana ranks in the top 23% for walkability, but sits in the bottom 1% for internet speed. It is cheaper than 71% of them.
| Metric | Havana | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,049 | #98 of 340 | #38 of 63 |
| Safety | 60/100 | #186 of 340 | #7 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 52/100 | #277 of 340 | #35 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 4 Mbps | #340 of 340 | #63 of 63 |
| Walkability | 72/100 | #76 of 340 | #2 of 63 |
| Public transit | 35/100 | #172 of 340 | #22 of 63 |
| Food scene | 62/100 | #283 of 340 | #50 of 63 |
| Air quality | 84/100 | #137 of 340 | #16 of 63 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Havana
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Havana.
- Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala — $849/mo, 19% cheaper, safety 52/100
- Bariloche, Argentina — $720/mo, 31% cheaper, safety 65/100
- Oaxaca, Mexico — $800/mo, 24% cheaper, safety 55/100 · Compare with Havana
- Arequipa, Peru — $700/mo, 33% cheaper, safety 55/100
Everyday Prices in Havana, Compared
| Item | Havana | Against other cities |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR rent, city centre | $237/mo | Cheaper than 96% |
| 1BR rent, outside centre | $323/mo | Cheaper than 81% |
| Utilities | $51/mo | Cheaper than 90% |
| Home internet | $90/mo | Pricier than 97% |
| Transit pass | $3/mo | Cheaper than 98% |
| Gym membership | $46/mo | Cheaper than 50% |
| Cheap restaurant meal | $3.80 | Cheaper than 88% |
| Cappuccino | $0.97 | Cheaper than 97% |
| Local beer at a bar | $2 | Cheaper than 85% |
Compared with every other city in Voyica's price data that reports the same item.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Havana
Havana FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Havana?
A single person should budget around $1,049 per month in Havana, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Havana?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Havana averages $237 per month, dropping to about $323 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $872.
Is Havana safe?
Havana scores 60/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 72/100.
How fast is the internet in Havana?
Median download speeds in Havana are around 4 Mbps — slow for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 2 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Cuba offer a digital nomad visa?
Cuba does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders should check current entry requirements before traveling.
What is the weather like in Havana?
Havana sees summer highs around 93°F and winter highs near 82°F, with about 298 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 92 days.
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