Island, Curacao
Cost of living in Curaçao
How much a month costs in Curaçao
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $2,510–3,910 (ANG4,500–7,000).
Prices in Curaçao
Typical 2026 ranges in XCG, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | XCG | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | ANG1,800–3,200 | $1,010–1,790 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | ANG1,100–2,000 | $615–1,120 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | ANG50–100 | $28–56 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | ANG200–450 | $112–251 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | ANG10–22 | $5.6–12.3 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | ANG40–85 | $22–47 |
| Cappuccino | ANG5–8 | $2.8–4.5 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | ANG4–7 | $2.2–3.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | ANG2–3 | $1.1–1.7 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | ANG18–35 | $10.1–19.6 |
| Work and life | ||
| Coworking day pass | ANG35–60 | $20–34 |
| Gym membership (month) | ANG70–140 | $39–78 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | ANG40–80 | $22–45 |
Cheaper alternatives to Curaçao
Similar safety, lower cost, in Caribbean.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Cabarete | Dominican Republic | $1,430–2,180 |
| Viñales | Cuba | $1,600–2,500 |
| Las Terrenas | Dominican Republic | $1,510–2,350 |
| Trinidad | Cuba | $1,700–2,700 |
| Varadero | Cuba | $2,000–3,200 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Curaçao?
About $1,510–2,120 on a lean budget, $2,510–3,910 for a comfortable month and $5,030–8,940 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Curaçao?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs ANG1,800–3,200 ($1,010–1,790) a month in the center and ANG1,100–2,000 ($615–1,120) outside it.
How much does food cost in Curaçao?
A local meal is ANG10–22 ($5.6–12.3); a mid-range restaurant is ANG40–85 ($22–47) per person.
Is Curacao expensive?
Prices in Curacao are about 70% of US price levels (World Bank PPP).
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Curaçao Tourist Board
- Curaçao International Airport
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.