Living & Costs
Rent, costs, internet and health — San Juan orientation; prices in USD.
Updated: November 2026
Rent (San Juan orientation)
Numbeo averages for San Juan (Nov 2026). Condado, Miramar and the old city can run higher.
San Juan rent (Numbeo, ca. USD / month)
| Type | ca. USD |
|---|---|
| 1 BR center | 1,970 |
| 1 BR outside | 1,120 |
| 3 BR center | 3,490 |
| 3 BR outside | 1,620 |
Shopping & eating out
Numbeo San Juan extract (ca. USD)
| Item | ca. USD |
|---|---|
| Inexpensive restaurant | 20 |
| Meal for 2 | 84 |
| Fast-food combo | 9 |
| Cappuccino | 3.50 |
| Internet 60+ Mbps | 70 |
| Mobile plan 10GB+ | 69 |
| Utilities (ca. 85 m²) | 320 |
Supermarkets and U.S. retail chains are common; imports can cost more.
Monthly budget
- 1 BR center ca. USD 2,000/month (Numbeo).
- Numbeo estimates a single person without rent ca. USD 1,180/month; family of four without rent ca. USD 4,120.
- Electricity can add up with air conditioning.
Health
Care in San Juan is relatively developed; many clinics bill privately/insured. Check travel insurance — Medicare/Medicaid rules in PR differ from the 50 states.
- Vaccination/tropical advice before travel.
- Pharmacies and 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.