Places · Panama
The best places to live in Panama
Arcadia scores 18 places in Panama, from David at about $1,000 a month to Panama City at about $1,800. 11 are by the sea, 9 are in the mountains. The climate is mostly tropical. Across the country the typical ratings are safety 3/5, healthcare 3/5 and internet 3/5.
The standouts in Panama
Cheapest, safest and best connected are within the 18 places Arcadia scores in Panama, not the whole country.
All 18 places in Panama
Questions, answered
How much does it cost to live in Panama?
Across the 18 places Arcadia scores in Panama the median is about $1,250 a month for one person, from David at around $1,000 to Panama City at around $1,800. These are estimates for everyday living, rent included, not quotes.
What is the cheapest place to live in Panama?
David, at about $1,000 a month. It is the cheapest of the 18 places Arcadia scores in Panama, which is not the same as the cheapest in the country.
Which place in Panama has the best internet?
Panama City, rated 5 out of 5. The typical rating across the 18 places is 3 out of 5.
How safe are the places Arcadia scores in Panama?
The typical safety rating is 3 out of 5, and the highest-rated is Panama City. These are broad country-level estimates meant for comparing places, not local advice for a particular street or moment.
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