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Georgetown🇬🇾

Guyana · Cost of living & nomad guide 2026

Timezone
America/Guyana
Nomad community
Small

City metrics

📊 Data estimated — figures are based on published regional averages and are updated quarterly. Last verified: May 24, 2026

Financial

Rent 1BR (centre)$450/mo
Rent 1BR (outside)$280/mo
COL index38 (vs Switzerland=101)
Cheap meal$4.00
Mid-range meal for 2$12.00
Monthly groceries~$180

Infrastructure

Internet speed40 Mbps
Healthcare index50/100
Coworking spaces~2

Lifestyle

Safety index50/100
Air quality55 AQI — Moderate
Walkability45/100
Climate score75/100
English proficiencymedium
Source: OpenAQ · Global Peace Index · regional statistical agencies · Updated Live + annual

Nomad

Nomad communitySmall
Visa easemedium
Budget score80/100
Lifestyle score62/100
Overall nomad score
55/100
Source: NoodlePants composite (World Bank ICP, Ookla, OpenAQ) · Updated Quarterly

What it's actually like here

Georgetown offers genuine affordability perfect for budget-conscious nomads. You can snag a 1-bedroom in the city center for around $450, or $280 further out. Even eating out is cheap, with a basic meal costing just $4. Groceries run about $180/month. However, be realistic about infrastructure. Internet at 40 Mbps is decent, but don't expect blazing speeds or pristine reliability everywhere. While the overall nomad score isn't super high (55), it's boosted by that excellent budget score (80). This spot is ideal if you prioritize saving money and are okay with a smaller nomad community and a slightly slower pace. One honest caveat: safety. With an index of 50, it's not the most secure destination, so exercising caution is a must. This isn't a glossy postcard destination, but it’s a viable, affordable option for the adventurous.

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Budget nomad

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to live in Georgetown as a digital nomad?+

As of 2026, a 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Georgetown averages around $450 per month, and the overall cost-of-living index sits at 38 (vs Switzerland = 101). Nomads typically budget extra for coworking, eating out, and travel.

Is Georgetown safe for digital nomads?+

Georgetown scores 50/100 on our composite safety index, which blends the Global Peace Index, crime stats and traveller-advisory data. Most central neighbourhoods are fine with normal big-city awareness.

How fast is the internet in Georgetown?+

Headline average internet speed in Georgetown is around 40 Mbps based on Ookla Speedtest data. That's enough for video calls, large file uploads and most remote-work needs in central neighbourhoods — coworking spaces and serviced apartments usually run faster than that.

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