Island, Guam
Cost of living in Guam
How much a month costs in Guam
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $3,800–5,500 ($3,800–5,500).
Prices in Guam
Typical 2026 ranges in USD, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | USD | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | $1,800–3,000 | $1,800–3,000 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | $1,400–2,400 | $1,400–2,400 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | $30–60 | $30–60 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | $120–220 | $120–220 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | $10–16 | $10–16 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | $25–45 | $25–45 |
| Cappuccino | $5–7 | $5–7 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | $6–9 | $6–9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | $2–4 | $2–4 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | $15–30 | $15–30 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | $40–80 | $40–80 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | $35–65 | $35–65 |
Value for money: 7/100
A value score of 7/100 means Guam gives more quality of life per dollar than 6% of the 1,319 places we cover. Quality here scores 82/100.
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Cheaper alternatives to Guam
Similar safety, lower cost, in Oceania.
| Place | Country | Comfortable month |
|---|---|---|
| Rotorua | New Zealand | $1,960–2,690 |
| Taupo | New Zealand | $1,960–2,690 |
| Bay of Islands | New Zealand | $2,020–2,810 |
| Christchurch | New Zealand | $2,130–2,810 |
| Wellington | New Zealand | $2,360–3,090 |
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Guam?
About $2,200–3,000 on a lean budget, $3,800–5,500 for a comfortable month and $7,000–11,000 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Guam?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs $1,800–3,000 ($1,800–3,000) a month in the center and $1,400–2,400 ($1,400–2,400) outside it.
How much does food cost in Guam?
A local meal is $10–16 ($10–16); a mid-range restaurant is $25–45 ($25–45) per person.
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Guam Visitors Bureau
- Guam International Airport Authority
- Guam Regional Medical City
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 Spotted something out of date?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.