Living & Costs
Rent, costs, internet and health — Tegucigalpa orientation; prices in HNL and approx. USD.
Updated: November 2026
Rent (Tegucigalpa orientation)
Numbeo averages (Oct 2026). Neighborhoods and islands (Roatán) can differ a lot.
Tegucigalpa rent (Numbeo, ca.)
| Type | ca. HNL | ca. USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR center | 12,100 | 455 |
| 1 BR outside | 12,600 | 470 |
| 3 BR center | 32,900 | 1,230 |
| 3 BR outside | 19,900 | 745 |
Shopping & eating out
Numbeo extract (ca.)
| Item | ca. HNL | ca. USD |
|---|---|---|
| Inexpensive restaurant | 200 | 7–8 |
| Meal for 2 | 880 | 33 |
| Fast-food combo | 200 | 7–8 |
| Cappuccino | 59 | 2–3 |
| Internet 60+ Mbps | 930 | 35 |
| Mobile plan 10GB+ | 600 | 22 |
| Utilities (ca. 85 m²) | 3,800 | 145 |
Markets and supermarkets; Bay Islands often cost more.
Monthly budget
- 1 BR center ca. L12,100 / ~USD 455 (Numbeo).
- Non-rent costs depend on lifestyle.
- Islands and tourist towns: budget higher.
Health
Private clinics in Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula are common for foreigners; travel insurance recommended. Water: often bottled/filtered.
- Vaccination/tropical advice.
- Emergency contacts offline.
Price disclaimer
Sources
Disclaimer: This page is for general guidance only and is not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules and prices change — verify with official sources.