International School of Havana
Verified
HavanaAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Cambridge International School
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Overview
Cuba🇨🇺
At a Glance
How Cuba compares across key indices
Safety Index
72/100
Healthcare
67/100
Quality of Life
141/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Cuba
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Cuba - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
72/100
Crime Index
25/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
Daytime100
Nighttime100
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Cuba
Cuba has 140 modeled cities; this view starts with 40 curated or popular options. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,208 in Güines to $1,584 in Havana. Güira de Melena leads on safety, scoring 75/100. Güines ranks highest for quality of life at 145/200.
💸Most Affordable
Güines
$1,208/mo
Safest
Güira de Melena
75/100
Best Quality of Life
Güines
145/200
Best Healthcare
Havana
80/100
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Featured
Curated and popular cities first.
40 of 140 shown| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havana | $1,584 | 66/100 | 140/200 | 80/100 | 52 |
| Santiago de Cuba | $1,340 | 71/100 | 142/200 | 70/100 | 44 |
| Camagüey | $1,311 | 72/100 | 143/200 | 69/100 | 42 |
| Holguín | $1,305 | 72/100 | 143/200 | 69/100 | 42 |
| Guantánamo | $1,295 | 72/100 | 143/200 | 68/100 | 41 |
| Santa Clara | $1,290 | 73/100 | 143/200 | 68/100 | 41 |
| Almendares | $1,287 | 73/100 | 143/200 | 68/100 | 41 |
| Diez de Octubre | $1,283 | 73/100 | 143/200 | 68/100 | 40 |
| Arroyo Naranjo | $1,279 | 73/100 | 143/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Mantilla | $1,278 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Las Tunas | $1,276 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Bayamo | $1,272 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Boyeros | $1,271 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Pinar del Río | $1,271 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Cienfuegos | $1,271 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 40 |
| Fontanar | $1,269 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 39 |
| Ciudad Camilo Cienfuegos | $1,269 | 73/100 | 144/200 | 67/100 | 39 |
| San Miguel del Padrón | $1,261 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Centro Habana | $1,261 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Balcón de la Lisa | $1,257 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Matanzas | $1,255 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Ciego de Ávila | $1,254 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Plaza de la Revolución | $1,253 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 39 |
| Marianao | $1,250 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 38 |
| Cerro | $1,250 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 38 |
| Manzanillo | $1,247 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 38 |
| Sancti Spíritus | $1,247 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 66/100 | 38 |
| Guanabacoa | $1,239 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 38 |
| Vedado | $1,237 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 38 |
| Palma Soriano | $1,233 | 74/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 37 |
| Alamar | $1,232 | 75/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 37 |
| Cárdenas | $1,230 | 75/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 37 |
| La Habana Vieja | $1,229 | 75/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 37 |
| Moa | $1,228 | 75/100 | 144/200 | 65/100 | 37 |
| Puerto Padre | $1,216 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
| Vedado del Cotorro | $1,213 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
| Contramaestre | $1,209 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
| Güira de Melena | $1,209 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
| Consolación del Sur | $1,209 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
| Güines | $1,208 | 75/100 | 145/200 | 64/100 | 36 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Families
Schools
3 verified school profiles across 2 cities in Cuba — language model, grade range, credentials, and published tuition. A sample is shown here; filter the full set in the School Finder.
International School of Havana
Verified
Location variesAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ib Diploma
William T Sampson Elementary High School
Verified
Guantanamo BayAges varyContact school
International Curriculum
Ap Course Ledger
School records are maintained from direct school pages, public credential directories, public registry claims, and carefully labeled directory/community sources. Admissions, seat availability, and tuition can change quickly, so Freedom Abroad treats unpublished costs as “Contact school” instead of estimating.
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Cuba
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Cuba
Pollution Index
42/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
21.2ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Air Quality100/100
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Cuba, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Cuba?
Monthly costs for a single person (including rent) start around $1,232 in Alamar and reach $1,584 in Havana. Costs vary significantly depending on city and lifestyle.
What is the cheapest city in Cuba for expats?
Alamar is the most affordable city in Cuba in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,232 for a single person including rent. Palma Soriano is the next most affordable at $1,233/mo.
Is Cuba safe for expats?
Cuba has a safety index of 72/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Alamar scores highest on safety at 75/100.
What is the best city in Cuba for expats and digital nomads?
Alamar ranks highest for quality of life in Cuba, scoring 144/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,232/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Cuba?
Cuba scores 67/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it good by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
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