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Prices and Cost of Living in Saint Lucia

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Travel Budget Calculator

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 45.45 PLN to 56.35 PLN

Transportation

from 7.10 PLN to 10.18 PLN

Sightseeing

from 15.20 PLN to 18.54 PLN

Accommodation

from 200.76 PLN to 223.07 PLN

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 268.51 PLN to 308.14 PLN

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 7 April 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 42.86 PLN to 59.29 PLN

Mid-range products

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

from 51.87 PLN to 71.11 PLN

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 7 April 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 29.48 XCD (42.86 PLN) to 40.78 XCD (59.29 PLN) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 35.67 XCD (51.87 PLN) to 48.9 XCD (71.11 PLN) 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: 7 April 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)28.91 PLN
Banana (1kg)7.04 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)61.48 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)43.62 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)42.84 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)23.99 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)9.00 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)12.85 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)11.91 PLN
Lettuce (1 head)6.25 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)3.64 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)38.40 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)10.47 PLN
Onion (1kg)8.62 PLN
Oranges (1kg)15.43 PLN
Potato (1kg)21.30 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)6.78 PLN
Tomato (1kg)23.67 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)4.58 PLN

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 (8.62 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 42.28 XCD (61.48 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 4.66 XCD (6.78 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.5 XCD (3.64 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 4.84 XCD (7.04 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 19.88 XCD (28.91 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 3.15 XCD (4.58 PLN). Dairy prices in Saint Lucia, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 7.2 XCD (10.47 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 26.41 XCD (38.4 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 29.46 XCD (42.84 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 8.84 XCD (12.85 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 16.28 XCD (23.67 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)10.27 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)3.82 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)7.27 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)10.18 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)29.08 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course247 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant25.45 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)3.56 PLN

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 (10.27 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 2.63 XCD (3.82 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 20 XCD (29.08 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 170 XCD (247 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 17.5 XCD (25.45 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)3.55 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)72.70 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)29.08 PLN

Fuel Prices

Diesel 1L5.28 PLN
Gasoline 1L5.28 PLN

Fuel prices in Saint Lucia

Average fuel prices in Saint Lucia are 3.63 XCD (5.28 PLN) per liter of gasoline and 3.63 XCD (5.28 PLN) per liter of diesel.

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat29.81 PLN
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult173 PLN
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)145 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 638 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre1 160 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre3 187 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre2 442 PLN

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 (1160 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1126 XCD (1638 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 400 XCD (582 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre582 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre727 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)3 890 PLN

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
839 PLN
Comfort Suites 5 Mins from Beach
3
2 247 PLN
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 03/2023, latest data 10/2024.
• 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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