Cost of Living in San Salvador
Complete monthly cost breakdown for digital nomads in San Salvador, El Salvador
Average Monthly Cost
$1,200
per month
Budget
$590
Mid-Range
$920
Comfortable
$1,710
💰 Detailed Cost Breakdown
Monthly costs in USD by lifestyle tier
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Accommodation | $280 | $350 | $550 |
| 🍽️ Food & Dining | $180 | $250 | $560 |
| 💻 Coworking | $0 | $70 | $100 |
| 🚇 Transport | $30 | $50 | $100 |
| 🎯 Entertainment | $50 | $100 | $200 |
| 📱 Other | $50 | $100 | $200 |
| TOTAL | $590 | $920 | $1,710 |
🏷️ Specific Prices
🏠 Accommodation
1BR Apartment (Center)$550/mo
1BR Apartment (Outside)$350/mo
Hostel$15/night
Airbnb$700/mo
🍽️ Food & Drinks
Local Meal$4
Mid-range Restaurant$12
Weekly Groceries$50
Coffee$3
Beer$N/A
💼 Work & Utilities
Coworking (Monthly)$100
SIM Card (Data)$15/mo
Gym Membership$35/mo
How San Salvador Compares
-49%
vs North America
average
-32%
vs Global
nomad avg
🌍San Salvador$1,200/mo
North America Average$2,335/mo
Global Nomad Average$1,773/mo
This cityRegional avgGlobal avg
Explore North America Destinations
💡 Money-Saving Tips for San Salvador
- ✓Look for apartments outside the city center - often 20-30% cheaper
- ✓Use local supermarkets instead of imported goods stores
- ✓Try coworking day passes before committing to monthly memberships
- ✓Negotiate monthly rates on Airbnb for stays longer than 28 days
🔗 More About San Salvador
Ready to explore San Salvador?
Get the complete digital nomad guide with neighborhoods, coworking, and more
View Full Guide →