Daily life
Cost of living & healthcare for Americans
Many clients live well on $1,500–$2,500/month outside luxury beachfront. Healthcare is a mix of private hospitals in San Salvador and simpler clinics elsewhere. We treat this as a life move, not a listing click.
Who this is for
Retirees on Social Security and remote workers modeling a first year abroad.
How to think about price
Rent $400–$1,200 is a common band. Groceries and dining are the surprise savings. Imported goods are not.
- Private visits often $30–$80
- Budget a car or rides if you leave the metro
- We map neighborhoods to your budget on the free call
More guides
La Libertad coast
Buy in El Zonte
La Libertad coast
Buy in El Tunco
Pacific coast
La Libertad: coast living without guessing
San Salvador metro
Santa Tecla for families and remote workers
Western highlands
Santa Ana: colonial city, lower prices
Process guide
How foreigners buy property in El Salvador
How you pay
USD and Bitcoin closings