What is the cost of living in El Salvador?

El Salvador is one of the most affordable countries in Central America. A comfortable lifestyle for a single expat runs $1,200-2,000 per month, while a couple can live well on $1,800-3,000. Rent is the biggest variable: a furnished one-bedroom apartment in a beach town costs $400-800 per month, while San Salvador ranges from $500-1,200 depending on the neighborhood. Groceries at local markets cost $150-250 per month. Eating out is cheap ??? a typical comida (lunch plate) at a local comedor costs $2-4, while a nice restaurant dinner runs $15-30 per person. Utilities (electricity, water, internet) average $100-150 per month. Internet is reliable in urban and tourist areas at $30-50 per month for fiber. Health insurance through a private plan costs $50-150 per month. The US dollar is the official currency, so there are no exchange rate worries for American expats.