Guyana🇬🇾
At a Glance
How Guyana compares across key indices
Cost of Living
46 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
50/100
Healthcare
51/100
Quality of Life
105/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Guyana
Cost of Living
46
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
35
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
46
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
49
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Guyana - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
50/100
Crime Index
76/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Guyana
Guyana has 3 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $916 in Linden to $1,114 in Georgetown. Linden leads on safety, scoring 55/100. Linden ranks highest for quality of life at 111/200.
Linden
$916/mo
Linden
55/100
Linden
111/200
Georgetown
57/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | $1,114 | 49/100 | 108/200 | 57/100 | 52 |
| Linden | $916 | 55/100 | 111/200 | 47/100 | 43 |
| New Amsterdam | $916 | 55/100 | 111/200 | 47/100 | 43 |
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
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Guyana
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Guyana
Pollution Index
51/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
25.5ug/m3
Unhealthy for sensitive
Environmental Quality
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Guyana, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Guyana?
Guyana has a cost of living index of 46 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,114 in Georgetown.
Is Guyana safe for expats?
Guyana has a safety index of 50/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Georgetown scores highest on safety at 49/100.
What is the best city in Guyana for expats and digital nomads?
Georgetown ranks highest for quality of life in Guyana, scoring 108/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,114/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Guyana?
Guyana scores 51/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it adequate by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Guyana cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Guyana's cost of living is roughly 54% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 65% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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