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Cost of Living in Havana, Cuba for Expats (2026)

Key Takeaway

Detailed 2026 cost of living in Havana, Cuba: rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare. Monthly budgets for singles (€690) and families (€1,600).

Updated 2026-03-12 · Currency: CUP · Confidence: 75/100

Planning to move to Havana? Here is a complete breakdown of the cost of living for expats in Havana, Cuba as of 2026. All figures are in EUR for easy cross-country comparison.

Monthly Cost Snapshot

1BR Rent (Centre)
€250/mo
1BR Rent (Outside)
€180/mo
Groceries (Single)
€200/mo
Transport Pass
€28/mo
Utilities (85m²)
€32/mo
Internet
€45/mo
Health Insurance
€10/mo
Entertainment & Dining
€120/mo

Full Cost Breakdown

Havana — Full Breakdown
1BR Apartment (Centre)€250/mo
1BR Apartment (Outside)€180/mo
3BR Apartment (Centre)€450/mo
3BR Apartment (Outside)€320/mo
Groceries (Single)€200/mo
Monthly Transport Pass€28/mo
Utilities (85m² Flat)€32/mo
Internet€45/mo
Health Insurance (Single)€10/mo
Entertainment & Dining€120/mo
Total Single (Centre)€690/mo
Total Single (Outside)€620/mo
Total Family of 4 (Centre)€1,600/mo
Total Family of 4 (Outside)€1,470/mo
Student Budget€480/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to live in Havana in 2026?

A single expat living in central Havana should budget approximately €690 per month, covering rent, groceries, transport, utilities, healthcare, and entertainment. A family of four needs around €1,600/month.

How much is rent in Havana for expats?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Havana city centre costs around €250/month. Outside the centre, expect to pay approximately €180/month. A 3-bedroom apartment in the centre is around €450/month.

Is Havana expensive compared to other cities in Cuba?

Havana has a cost index of 100% relative to the capital. Havana is the only city we currently track in Cuba.

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Data sourced from numbeo;expatistan. Last verified 2026-03-11.