Travel hits different when you have kids.
When our family of four visited Curaçao, we weren’t just thinking about beaches — we were thinking about cost, safety, and real-life living.
So the big question became:
👉 Could a family actually afford to live here — not just vacation?
💰 Real Monthly Cost of Living in Curaçao (Family of 4)
This is what comfortable living realistically looks like — not luxury, not struggling.
🏠 Housing: $1,800 – $3,000 ⚡ Utilities & Internet: $300 – $450 🍎 Groceries: $700 – $1,200 🚗 Transportation: $350 – $600 🏥 Healthcare: $200 – $400 🏫 Schooling (optional): $600 – $1,600
👉 Comfortable Monthly Range: $4,500 – $6,500
🇺🇸 Curaçao vs the Midwest USA
This surprised us.
In many ways, Curaçao’s monthly overhead feels very similar to living in the Midwest.
The trade-off:
Curaçao = better lifestyle 🌊☀️ Midwest = easier income & convenience
Curaçao isn’t a “cheap escape” — it’s a lifestyle upgrade if your income is structured right.
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