Honduras🇭🇳
At a Glance
How Honduras compares across key indices
Cost of Living
50 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
43/100
Healthcare
56/100
Quality of Life
76/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Honduras
Cost of Living
50
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
37
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
50
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
52
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Honduras - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
43/100
Crime Index
100/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Honduras
Honduras has 24 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $989 in Puerto Cortez to $1,269 in Tegucigalpa. Puerto Cortez leads on safety, scoring 47/100. Puerto Cortez ranks highest for quality of life at 82/200.
Puerto Cortez
$989/mo
Puerto Cortez
47/100
Puerto Cortez
82/200
Tegucigalpa
66/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tegucigalpa | $1,269 | 38/100 | 78/200 | 66/100 | 47 |
| San Pedro Sula | $1,135 | 41/100 | 79/200 | 61/100 | 44 |
| La Ceiba | $1,067 | 43/100 | 80/200 | 57/100 | 39 |
| Choloma | $1,043 | 44/100 | 81/200 | 55/100 | 37 |
| El Progreso | $1,025 | 45/100 | 81/200 | 54/100 | 35 |
| Ciudad Choluteca | $1,011 | 46/100 | 81/200 | 53/100 | 34 |
| Comayagua | $998 | 46/100 | 82/200 | 53/100 | 33 |
| Puerto Cortez | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| La Lima | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Danlí | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Siguatepeque | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Juticalpa | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Villanueva | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Tocoa | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Tela | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Santa Rosa de Copán | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Olanchito | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| San Lorenzo | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Cofradía | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| El Paraíso | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| La Paz | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Yoro | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Potrerillos | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
| Santa Bárbara | $989 | 47/100 | 82/200 | 52/100 | 33 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
Compare Cities Side by Side
Detailed comparison of cost of living, safety, and quality of life
Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Honduras
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Honduras
Pollution Index
41/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
20.3ug/m3
Moderate
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 Honduras, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Honduras?
Honduras has a cost of living index of 50 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,025 in El Progreso and reach $1,269 in Tegucigalpa.
What is the cheapest city in Honduras for expats?
El Progreso is the most affordable city in Honduras in Freedom Abroad estimates, with estimated monthly costs of $1,025 for a single person including rent. Choloma is the next most affordable at $1,043/mo.
Is Honduras safe for expats?
Honduras has a safety index of 43/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, El Progreso scores highest on safety at 45/100.
What is the best city in Honduras for expats and digital nomads?
El Progreso ranks highest for quality of life in Honduras, scoring 81/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,025/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Honduras?
Honduras scores 56/100 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 Honduras cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Honduras's cost of living is roughly 50% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 63% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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