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Prices and Cost of Living in Saint Lucia

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Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Saint Lucia. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.

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Food

from 10.83 EUR to 14.27 EUR

Transportation

from 1.88 EUR to 2.51 EUR

Sightseeing

from 3.28 EUR to 4.32 EUR

Accommodation

from 40.20 EUR to 44.66 EUR

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 56.19 EUR to 65.77 EUR

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 3 July 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 Saint Lucia. 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.

1 day

Cheapest products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 9.97 EUR to 16.07 EUR

Mid-range products

Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.

from 12.09 EUR to 19.09 EUR

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 3 July 2025.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Saint Lucia?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 31.78 XCD (9.97 EUR) to 51.22 XCD (16.07 EUR) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 38.53 XCD (12.09 EUR) to 60.84 XCD (19.09 EUR) 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: 3 July 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 Saint Lucia

Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Saint Lucia, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)6.27 EUR
Banana (1kg)1.41 EUR
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)14.77 EUR
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)10.04 EUR
Chicken Fillets (1kg)8.78 EUR
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)6.27 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)1.82 EUR
Eggs (regular) (12)3.55 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)3.69 EUR
Lettuce (1 head)1.76 EUR
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.27 EUR
Local Cheese (1kg)8.69 EUR
Milk (regular), (1 liter)1.89 EUR
Onion (1kg)2.03 EUR
Oranges (1kg)4.94 EUR
Potato (1kg)3.55 EUR
Rice (white), (1kg)1.42 EUR
Tomato (1kg)6.49 EUR
Water (1.5 liter bottle)1.05 EUR

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 6.46 XCD (2.03 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 47.07 XCD (14.77 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 4.53 XCD (1.42 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 4.05 XCD (1.27 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 4.49 XCD (1.41 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 19.98 XCD (6.27 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 3.34 XCD (1.05 EUR). Dairy prices in Saint Lucia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 6.03 XCD (1.89 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 27.71 XCD (8.69 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 27.99 XCD (8.78 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 11.32 XCD (3.55 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 20.69 XCD (6.49 EUR) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)2.92 EUR
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)1.15 EUR
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)2.51 EUR
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.82 EUR
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)6.78 EUR
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course62.75 EUR
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant6.59 EUR
Water (0.33 liter bottle)0.91 EUR

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 9.3 XCD (2.92 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 3.67 XCD (1.15 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 21.62 XCD (6.78 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 200 XCD (62.75 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 21 XCD (6.59 EUR).

Public Transportation Prices

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.94 EUR
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)15.69 EUR
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)7.84 EUR

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L1.14 EUR
Gasoline 1L1.14 EUR

Fuel prices in Saint Lucia

Average fuel prices in Saint Lucia are 3.63 XCD (1.14 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 3.63 XCD (1.14 EUR) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat6.43 EUR
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult40.00 EUR
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)31.37 EUR

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre425 EUR
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre324 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre740 EUR
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre568 EUR

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 1033 XCD (324 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1356 XCD (425 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 385 XCD (121 EUR) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre121 EUR
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre137 EUR

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)715 EUR

Hotel Prices in Saint Lucia

A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.

Category
Qty
Average price
Cheapest
4
181 EUR
Comfort Suites 5 Mins from Beach
3
485 EUR
Harbor Club St. Lucia, Curio Collection by Hilton
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 December 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Saint Lucia. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 06/2025, latest data 07/2025.
• 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.

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