Prices and Cost of Living in Saint Lucia

Food and beverage prices in Saint Lucia

Popular food products found on store shelves in Saint Lucia include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 5.93 XCD (1.92 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 42.28 XCD (13.71 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 4.66 XCD (1.51 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.5 XCD (0.81 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 4.84 XCD (1.57 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 19.88 XCD (6.45 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 3.15 XCD (1.02 EUR). Dairy prices in Saint Lucia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 7.2 XCD (2.33 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 26.41 XCD (8.56 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 29.46 XCD (9.55 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 8.84 XCD (2.87 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 16.28 XCD (5.28 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Saint Lucia vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 7.06 XCD (2.29 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 2.63 XCD (0.85 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 20 XCD (6.49 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 170 XCD (55.13 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 17.5 XCD (5.68 EUR).

Fuel prices in Saint Lucia

Average fuel prices in Saint Lucia are 3.63 XCD (1.18 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 3.63 XCD (1.18 EUR) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Lucia?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Saint Lucia varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 798 XCD (259 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1126 XCD (365 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 400 XCD (130 EUR) per square meter.