Prices and Cost of Living in Papua New Guinea

Food and beverage prices in Papua New Guinea

Popular food products found on store shelves in Papua New Guinea include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 10.25 PGK (9.11 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 37.61 PGK (33.43 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 6.21 PGK (5.52 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 6.49 PGK (5.77 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 11.62 PGK (10.33 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 17 PGK (15.11 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 4.35 PGK (3.87 PLN). Dairy prices in Papua New Guinea, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 8.16 PGK (7.25 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 25.61 PGK (22.76 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 27.29 PGK (24.26 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 15.77 PGK (14.02 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 16.38 PGK (14.56 PLN) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Papua New Guinea vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 9.82 PGK (8.73 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 3.67 PGK (3.26 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 25 PGK (22.22 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 200 PGK (178 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 32.5 PGK (28.89 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Papua New Guinea?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 2 PGK (1.78 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 117 PGK (104 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 22.5 PGK (20 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 10 PGK (8.89 PLN).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Papua New Guinea varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 2000 PGK (1778 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 10562 PGK (9388 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 35191 PGK (31279 PLN) per square meter.