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Cost of Living in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
San Juan del Sur is a city in Nicaragua, where a single person can expect to spend about $700 per month including rent, food, and local transport. Internet is workable at around 41 Mbps median download speed. On safety, San Juan del Sur scores 42/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 90°F and winter highs around 92°F, with roughly 265 sunny days a year.
Detailed price-level data for San Juan del Sur is being compiled.
Lifestyle & Quality of Life in San Juan del Sur
How San Juan del Sur Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, San Juan del Sur is cheaper than 93% of them, but sits in the bottom 3% for food scene.
| Metric | San Juan del Sur | World rank | Rank in Latin America & Caribbean |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $700 | #24 of 340 | #5 of 63 |
| Safety | 42/100 | #272 of 340 | #37 of 63 |
| Healthcare | 30/100 | #329 of 340 | #59 of 63 |
| Internet speed | 41 Mbps | #306 of 340 | #59 of 63 |
| Walkability | 62/100 | #135 of 340 | #13 of 63 |
| Public transit | 8/100 | #325 of 340 | #58 of 63 |
| Food scene | 50/100 | #331 of 340 | #58 of 63 |
| Air quality | 80/100 | #192 of 340 | #30 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.
Neighborhoods in San Juan del Sur
Town Center · Playa Maderas · North Shore
San Juan del Sur FAQ
How much does it cost to live in San Juan del Sur?
A single person should budget around $700 per month in San Juan del Sur, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
Is San Juan del Sur safe?
San Juan del Sur scores 42/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 52/100.
How fast is the internet in San Juan del Sur?
Median download speeds in San Juan del Sur are around 41 Mbps — workable for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Nicaragua offer a digital nomad visa?
Nicaragua 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 San Juan del Sur?
San Juan del Sur sees summer highs around 90°F and winter highs near 92°F, with about 265 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 65 days.
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