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Prices and Cost of Living in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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Travel Budget Calculator

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

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Food

from 16.91 USD to 23.43 USD

Transportation

from 1.67 USD to 3.70 USD

Sightseeing

from 2.83 USD to 3.77 USD

Accommodation

from 95.30 USD to 105.89 USD

Backpacker's budget

Traveling with a backpack

from 116.70 USD to 136.80 USD

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 24 November 2024.

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 Vincent and the Grenadines. 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 11.71 USD to 17.8 USD

Mid-range products

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

from 14.74 USD to 22.11 USD

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 24 November 2024.

How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 31.65 XCD (11.71 USD) to 48.11 XCD (17.8 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 39.84 XCD (14.74 USD) to 59.75 XCD (22.11 USD) 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: 24 November 2024

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 Vincent and the Grenadines

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

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)10.09 USD
Banana (1kg)1.41 USD
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)11.09 USD
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)12.03 USD
Chicken Fillets (1kg)6.27 USD
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)5.18 USD
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)2.62 USD
Eggs (regular) (12)3.60 USD
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)2.96 USD
Lettuce (1 head)2.22 USD
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)1.72 USD
Local Cheese (1kg)13.32 USD
Milk (regular), (1 liter)1.92 USD
Onion (1kg)2.66 USD
Oranges (1kg)8.87 USD
Potato (1kg)4.21 USD
Rice (white), (1kg)1.96 USD
Tomato (1kg)4.89 USD
Water (1.5 liter bottle)3.33 USD

Food and beverage prices in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Popular food products found on store shelves in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 7.18 XCD (2.66 USD) for a kilo of onions to 29.98 XCD (11.09 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 5.31 XCD (1.96 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 4.65 XCD (1.72 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 3.8 XCD (1.41 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 27.28 XCD (10.09 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 9 XCD (3.33 USD). Dairy prices in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 5.2 XCD (1.92 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 36.01 XCD (13.32 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 16.95 XCD (6.27 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 9.72 XCD (3.6 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 13.22 XCD (4.89 USD) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)1.85 USD
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)1.85 USD
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)2.22 USD
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)3.70 USD
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)10.18 USD
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course64.75 USD
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant9.25 USD
Water (0.33 liter bottle)1.94 USD

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 5 XCD (1.85 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 5 XCD (1.85 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 27.5 XCD (10.18 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 175 XCD (64.75 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 25 XCD (9.25 USD).

Public Transportation Prices

Monthly Pass (Regular Price)55.50 USD
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)0.83 USD
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)37.00 USD
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)14.80 USD

Entertainment Prices

Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat5.55 USD
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult23.68 USD
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)9.87 USD

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre333 USD
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre218 USD
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre1 508 USD
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre611 USD

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 590 XCD (218 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 900 XCD (333 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 4306 XCD (1593 USD) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre1 593 USD
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre797 USD

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)786 USD

Hotel Prices in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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
2
174 USD
Spring Hotel Bequia
2
534 USD
Firefly Estate Bequia
Source: Expedia.com • Update: 15 November 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Nov 2024)
Sources and updates

• Prices of products and services in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 03/2023, latest data 03/2023.
• 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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