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Cost of Living in Roatán, Honduras
Roatán is a city in Honduras, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,200 per month including rent, food, and local transport. Internet is workable at around 43 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Roatán scores 55/100 — moderately safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 88°F and winter highs around 84°F, with roughly 285 sunny days a year.
Detailed price-level data for Roatán is being compiled.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Roatán
How Roatán Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Roatán ranks in the top 16% for air quality, but sits in the bottom 5% for public transit. It is cheaper than 65% of them.
| Metric | Roatán | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,200 | #119 of 340 | #45 of 63 |
| Safety | 55/100 | #213 of 340 | #14 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 35/100 | #320 of 340 | #53 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 43 Mbps | #305 of 340 | #58 of 63 |
| Walkability | 40/100 | #260 of 340 | #49 of 63 |
| Public transit | 8/100 | #325 of 340 | #58 of 63 |
| Food scene | 55/100 | #316 of 340 | #55 of 63 |
| Air quality | 90/100 | #53 of 340 | #4 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 Roatán
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Roatán.
- Pipa, Brazil — $720/mo, 40% cheaper, safety 48/100
- Valparaiso, Chile — $960/mo, 20% cheaper, safety 56/100
- Utila, Honduras — $600/mo, 50% cheaper, safety 48/100
- Lima, Peru — $977/mo, 19% cheaper, safety 48/100
Neighborhoods in Roatán
West End · West Bay · Sandy Bay
Roatán FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Roatán?
A single person should budget around $1,200 per month in Roatán, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
Is Roatán safe?
Roatán scores 55/100 on safety, which is moderately safe. Tourist safety is rated 62/100.
How fast is the internet in Roatán?
Median download speeds in Roatán are around 43 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 10 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Honduras offer a digital nomad visa?
Honduras does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Roatán?
Roatán sees summer highs around 88°F and winter highs near 84°F, with about 285 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 100 days.
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