Prices and Cost of Living in Cook Islands
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Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Cook Islands. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 130.88 USD
Average daily expenses were calculated on the basis of the prices of accommodation, food (restaurants and shops), transport (public transport and taxis) and some tourist attractions. Values may vary depending on the city, tourist season, or during major religious and public events. Update 25 June 2025.
Food Prices - Calculate the Cost of Living
The calculator allows you to quickly and easily calculate how much you will spend on average to buy food at grocery stores in Cook Islands. Plan your daily, weekly and monthly food expenses.
Select the appropriate number of days to see how much you will spend on food during that period. Values given for one person.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 8.33 USD to 10.57 USD
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 10.82 USD to 13.53 USD
Average values for capital or largest city. Purchase of food products in local stores and supermarkets corresponding to daily meals of 2,200 to 2,400 kcal was taken into account. Update 25 June 2025.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Cook Islands?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 13.82 NZD (8.33 USD) to 17.53 NZD (10.57 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 17.95 NZD (10.82 USD) to 22.44 NZD (13.53 USD) per day. These figures are based on daily meals consisting of approximately 2200-2400 kcal and may vary slightly depending on the city.
Budget and shopping basket update: 25 June 2025
Estimated budget and daily food costs are always given per person and are only a suggestion to help you plan your total travel costs.
Budget was calculated on the basis of average prices of accommodation in each category (hotels and hostels), food costs (restaurants and grocery shopping), transport prices and some tourist attractions.
BACKPACKER'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a hostel or cheap hotel,
• travel by public transport,
• dining in cheap local restaurants or buying food in local stores,
• small number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (when traveling alone, prices may be higher, but only if we use a hotel room instead of a dormitory).
TOURIST'S BUDGET
• accommodation in a 3 star hotel (with a small number of available facilities, average prices of 3* and 4* hotels),
• traveling by taxis,
• catering in middle-class restaurants and buying food in grocery stores,
• average number of paid tourist attractions,
• two people travel (they share costs of accommodation and transport).
FOOD EXPENSES
• daily meals containing 2200 to 2400 kcal (applies to both price variants),
• shopping for food in local stores or supermarkets (no meals in restaurants),
• value per person & for the capital or largest city.
Prices in Cook Islands
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Cook Islands, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 3.41 USD |
| Banana (1kg) | 2.01 USD |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 9.65 USD |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 9.04 USD |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 7.24 USD |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 18.09 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 2.06 USD |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 4.52 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.17 USD |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 3.21 USD |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 3.15 USD |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 10.25 USD |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 1.61 USD |
| Onion (1kg) | 2.07 USD |
| Oranges (1kg) | 3.61 USD |
| Potato (1kg) | 2.41 USD |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 1.51 USD |
| Tomato (1kg) | 5.43 USD |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 2.71 USD |
Food and beverage prices in Cook Islands
Popular food products found on store shelves in Cook Islands include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 3.43 NZD (2.07 USD) for a kilo of onions to 16 NZD (9.65 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 2.5 NZD (1.51 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 5.22 NZD (3.15 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 3.33 NZD (2.01 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 5.65 NZD (3.41 USD) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 4.5 NZD (2.71 USD). Dairy prices in Cook Islands, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 2.67 NZD (1.61 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 17 NZD (10.25 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 12 NZD (7.24 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 7.5 NZD (4.52 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 9 NZD (5.43 USD) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 4.12 USD |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.01 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 4.52 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 4.52 USD |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 9.04 USD |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 48.23 USD |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 9.04 USD |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 1.96 USD |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Cook Islands vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 6.83 NZD (4.12 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 5 NZD (3.01 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 15 NZD (9.04 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 80 NZD (48.23 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 15 NZD (9.04 USD).
Public Transportation Prices
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 2.41 USD |
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 5.88 USD |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 25.12 USD |
| Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend) | 24.12 USD |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 320 USD |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 289 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 567 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 567 USD |
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cook Islands?
The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Cook Islands varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 480 NZD (289 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 530 NZD (320 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 8611 NZD (5192 USD) per square meter.
Apartment Buying Prices
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | 5 192 USD |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | 512 USD |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 1 507 USD |
Hotel Prices in Cook Islands
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
• Prices of products and services in Cook Islands. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 03/2023.
• Prices were calculated based on several sources including Expedia.com, Booking.com, local supermarket websites, own sources, submissions from users. We do not guarantee their accuracy, however, we try, to keep them high.
• If you have noticed an error, please report it.