Manchioneal, Jamaica

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$1738
Retiree Score
34.0
Safety Index
32.6
Healthcare

With a population of just 2,292 as of 2009, Manchioneal is a sleepy coastal town in Portland, Jamaica that offers a simple, rural lifestyle. The main sources of income are fishing and farming, and the town's sole attraction is its bay, where fishing boats dot the shoreline. However, the community's isolation comes with a persistent bureaucratic headache - there's only a single police station and post office to serve the area.

While the nearby Reach Falls may draw some tourists, Manchioneal is best suited for those seeking a quiet, self-sufficient life close to nature, rather than an international hub or cosmopolitan center.

Can I afford Manchioneal?

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You could save

$1915 / month

Savings Rate64%
Rent (Bahamas Average Adjusted)$307
Living Costs $778
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Safety
70
Healthcare
0
Walkability
5
Nomad

Grocery Basket

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

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive)$10
Meal (Mid-range)$72
Cappuccino$5
Water (0.33L)

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo)$166
Mobile Plan (mo)$30
Gym (mo)
Cinema Ticket$14

Housing

1BR Center (mo)
1BR Outside (mo)
3BR Center (mo)
3BR Outside (mo)

Expat Life

English Proficiency
Expat Community
Top Neighborhoods
Elevation
26m
Nearest Airport
KIN (55km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary
Mortgage Interest Rate
9.45%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
Temperature
Annual Rainfall
1762 mm
Coworking Spaces
Best Months to Visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug

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