Prices and Cost of Living in New Caledonia

Food and beverage prices in New Caledonia

Popular food products found on store shelves in New Caledonia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 325 XPF (2.91 USD) for a kilo of onions to 2500 XPF (22.41 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 202 XPF (1.81 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 240 XPF (2.15 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 733 XPF (6.56 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 398 XPF (3.56 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 139 XPF (1.25 USD). Dairy prices in New Caledonia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 117 XPF (1.05 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 1448 XPF (12.98 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 1920 XPF (17.21 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 672 XPF (6.03 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 675 XPF (6.05 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in New Caledonia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 565 XPF (5.06 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 256 XPF (2.29 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1200 XPF (10.75 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 8500 XPF (76.18 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 2000 XPF (17.92 USD).

How much does transportation cost in New Caledonia?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 300 XPF (2.69 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 8170 XPF (73.22 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 555 XPF (4.97 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 127 XPF (1.13 USD).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Caledonia?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in New Caledonia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 73000 XPF (654 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 81667 XPF (732 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 523333 XPF (4690 USD) per square meter.