One major reason why retirees from around the world choose Chiriqui as their destination is because it offers a high quality of life at affordable prices. For example, health care costs can be 50 – 60% lower in Chiriqui. A facelift in the U.S. costs $6 – 15,000; in Chiriqui the cost is approximately $5,000. A root canal may cost over $1,800 in the U.S.; in Chiriqui the cost is less than $300. Care to have a live in maid? In the U.S., your bill will most likely be over $1500; in Chiriqui, you’ll pay just $200 per month. And if you are a retiree, plan to receive discounts from 15 – 50% on an array of goods and services.