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Cities/Managua

Managua

Nicaragua

Nicaragua's lakeside capital, a sprawling, unconventional city serving as a base for exploring colonial Granada, volcanic landscapes, and Pacific surf breaks.

Population: 1.0M
Avg Income: $ 6K/yr
Avg. Temp: 27°C
Area: 267 km²
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13
Very Affordable

#241 of 250

74% below average

Est. Monthly Cost

$ 494

Based on NYC = 100 index


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Cost Breakdown

Monthly average costs by category

Housing

$ 184

per month

Food & Groceries

$ 37

per month

Restaurants

$ 103

per month

Transportation

$ 48

per month

Utilities

$ 70

per month

Entertainment

$ 36

per month

Healthcare

$ 5

per month

Clothing

$ 12

per month