Living & Costs
Rent, costs, internet and health — Managua orientation; prices in NIO and approx. USD.
Updated: November 2026
Rent (Managua orientation)
Numbeo averages (Oct 2026). Granada, León and coastal towns can differ.
Managua rent (Numbeo, ca.)
| Type | ca. NIO | ca. USD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR center | 9,400 | 255 |
| 1 BR outside | 6,700 | 180 |
| 3 BR center | 16,300 | 445 |
| 3 BR outside | 13,800 | 375 |
Shopping & eating out
Numbeo extract (ca.)
| Item | ca. NIO | ca. USD |
|---|---|---|
| Inexpensive restaurant | 370 | 10 |
| Meal for 2 | 1,290 | 35 |
| Fast-food combo | 280 | 8 |
| Cappuccino | 96 | 2–3 |
| Internet 60+ Mbps | 1,200 | 32 |
| Mobile plan 10GB+ | 720 | 20 |
| Utilities (ca. 85 m²) | 5,600 | 150 |
Markets and supermarkets; tourist towns often cost more.
Monthly budget
- 1 BR center ca. C$9,400 / ~USD 255 (Numbeo).
- Non-rent costs depend on lifestyle.
- USD and NIO are both common.
Health
Private clinics in Managua 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.