Suriname🇸🇷
At a Glance
How Suriname compares across key indices
Cost of Living
44 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
67/100
Healthcare
58/100
Quality of Life
146/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Suriname
Cost of Living
44
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
33
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
44
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
47
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Low RiskHow safe residents feel in Suriname - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
67/100
Crime Index
26/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Suriname
Suriname has 12 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $877 in Blauwgrond to $1,064 in Paramaribo. Blauwgrond leads on safety, scoring 71/100. Blauwgrond ranks highest for quality of life at 152/200.
Blauwgrond
$877/mo
Blauwgrond
71/100
Blauwgrond
152/200
Paramaribo
63/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paramaribo | $1,064 | 66/100 | 150/200 | 63/100 | 56 |
| Blauwgrond | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Latour | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Pontbuiten | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Rainville | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Flora | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Welgelegen | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Lelydorp | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Munder Buiten | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Beekhuizen | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Weg naar Zee | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
| Tammenga | $877 | 71/100 | 152/200 | 54/100 | 47 |
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 Suriname
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Suriname
Pollution Index
55/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
27.3ug/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 Suriname, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Suriname?
Suriname has a cost of living index of 44 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,064 in Paramaribo.
Is Suriname safe for expats?
Suriname has a safety index of 67/100, making it generally safe for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Paramaribo scores highest on safety at 66/100.
What is the best city in Suriname for expats and digital nomads?
Paramaribo ranks highest for quality of life in Suriname, scoring 150/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,064/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Suriname?
Suriname scores 58/100 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 Suriname cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Suriname's cost of living is roughly 56% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 67% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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