Nicaragua
Cost of living in Managua
Managua is Nicaragua's capital, on the southern shore of Lake Managua. It has some of the lowest cost estimates in this dataset, and public transport runs on buses.
What it costs to live in Managua
On an average lifestyle in a 1-bed apartment, Managua comes to an estimated $809 a month: the 3rd lowest of 19 cities and 25% below the median of this dataset ($1,073). Rent makes up 49% of the total. You would spend less on rent, groceries, transport, utilities, internet, coworking and entertainment.
| Lifestyle | Room | 1-bed apartment | Family apartment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frugal | $348 | $536 | $783 |
| Average | $599 | $809 | $1,156 |
| Comfortable | $913 | $1,190 | $1,649 |
Every figure is a modeled estimate in US dollars, not an individually observed price. Q1–Q2 2026 data, not re-verified since. Methodology
Your budget in Managua
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Monthly breakdown by category
One person, 1-bed apartment, average lifestyle. Median = the middle city of all 19.
| Category | Managua | % of total | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | $400 | 49% | $540 |
| Groceries | $155 | 19% | $200 |
| Transport | $30 | 4% | $40 |
| Utilities | $50 | 6% | $58 |
| Internet | $24 | 3% | $28 |
| Coworking | $75 | 9% | $100 |
| Entertainment | $75 | 9% | $100 |
| Total per month | $809 | 100% | $1,073 |
Housing in Managua
Before signing, always ask about the deposit, any rent paid in advance, whether a guarantor is required and who pays utilities and building fees. These terms vary between landlords and are not fixed legal requirements.
Moving to Managua
Visa and residency rules in Nicaragua depend on your nationality and circumstances. Always check the official website of Nicaragua's migration authority or its nearest consulate. Nothing on this page is legal advice.