What does it really cost to live in Panama in 2026? A clear monthly budget for rent, food, healthcare and utilities, from Panama City to Boquete.
Panama · Living in Panama
Key Facts
—A single expat. Comfortable on about US$1,200 to US$2,200 a month, depending on the city.
—A couple in the capital. Budget roughly US$2,500 to US$3,500 in a mid-range neighbourhood.
—Rent. A one-bed in Panama City runs about US$800 to US$1,500; in Boquete, US$500 to US$800.
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