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Placencia, Belize

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1,229
Retiree Score
49.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
2 facilities

Placencia feels more like a sleepy beach town than a bustling expat hub. The 18-mile peninsula splits between white sand beaches on the east and the Caribbean Sea on the west, offering plenty of waterfront but not much else. Hurricane Iris wiped out most of the village in 2001, and while rebuilding has brought modern amenities, infrastructure still feels patchy in spots.

Living in Placencia means embracing a slow pace and limited services. The airport connects you to Belize City, but you’ll need patience for anything beyond basics. Property values keep climbing, so buying in now feels like a gamble unless you’re ready to commit long-term. This place is for retirees or digital nomads who want quiet beachfront living and don’t mind trading convenience for tranquility.

Can I afford Placencia?

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Placencia

You could save

1,771/mo

Savings Rate59%

Monthly Costs

Rent $260
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$969

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
59/100
Retiree Score
(i)
49/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
đŸ’»Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
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Safety
2
Healthcare
50
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $3
Bread (loaf) *$1
Eggs (12) $3
Rice (1kg) *$4
Chicken (1kg) *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$12
Meal (Mid-range) $15
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $91
Mobile Plan (mo) $50
Gym (mo) *$21
Cinema Ticket *$6

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $260
1BR Outside (mo) *$197
3BR Center (mo) *$476
3BR Outside (mo) *$250

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
high
Expat Community
medium
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
2554 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Placencia

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Placencia has a population of approximately 282 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,625 per month in Placencia, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $650/month.

The nearest airport to Placencia is BZE, approximately 114km away.

Placencia is generally safe, but its small size and remote location mean you’ll need to be self-reliant for most services.

Placencia is ideal for retirees or digital nomads who prioritize quiet beachfront living over urban conveniences.

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