San Juan, Puerto Rico

Cost of Living in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in San Juan costs approximately $2,021 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $1,809. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

San Juan is a city in Puerto Rico, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,021 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,809 per month, or $814 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 119 Mbps median download speed. On safety, San Juan scores 38/100 — below average on safety for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 86°F and winter highs around 82°F, with roughly 357 sunny days a year.

Top for Party BeachTop for Boat TourTop for CasinoLGBTQ+ friendlyFamily friendlySafe tap water
Monthly Cost$2,021≈ $67/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$1,809
Internet119 Mbps
Safety38/100
Avg Temp84°F

San Juan Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$19.56
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$85
McDonald's Combo Meal$10.50
Cappuccino$3.83
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$3
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$1.45

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$2.13
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$3.30
Eggs (12)$6.48
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$4.37
Apples (1 lb)$2.30
Bananas (1 lb)$1.18
Tomatoes (1 lb)$2.64
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.71
Water (1.5L Bottle)$1.57
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$15.60
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$13

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$0.75
Monthly Transit Pass$30
Taxi Start$2.50
Taxi (1 Mile)$2.41
Gasoline (1 Liter)$0.88
VW Golf (New)$40,000

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$353.25
Mobile Phone Plan$72.07
Broadband Internet$70.37

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$40.82
Cinema Ticket$10.50
Preschool (Monthly)$875.20
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$12,862.92

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$48.50
Nike Running Shoes$85

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$1,808.89
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$813.56
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$2,758
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$1,416.36
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$688.20
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$313.90

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$2,616.87
Mortgage Interest Rate6.42%
Family of 4 (Monthly, excl. rent)$4,166.40
Single Person (Monthly, excl. rent)$1,207.70

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in San Juan

Internet119 Mbps
Safety38/100
Healthcare63/100
Public Transit40/100
Walkability55/100
Nightlife55/100
Food Scene72/100
Fine Dining8/100
Coffee Culture55/100
Air Quality84/100
Green Spaces55/100
Culture65/100
Beaches88/100
Hiking60/100
Surfing40/100
Coworking Spaces18
US Visa-Free365 days

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San Juan FAQ

How much does it cost to live in San Juan?

A single person should budget around $2,021 per month in San Juan, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,166 per month.

How much is rent in San Juan?

A one-bedroom apartment in central San Juan averages $1,809 per month, dropping to about $814 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,758.

Is San Juan safe?

San Juan scores 38/100 on safety, which is below average on safety. Tourist safety is rated 55/100.

How fast is the internet in San Juan?

Median download speeds in San Juan are around 119 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 18 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Puerto Rico offer a digital nomad visa?

Puerto Rico does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 365 days visa-free.

What is the weather like in San Juan?

San Juan sees summer highs around 86°F and winter highs near 82°F, with about 357 sunny days and 198 rainy days per year.

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