Prices and Cost of Living in Samoa

Food and beverage prices in Samoa

Popular food products found on store shelves in Samoa include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 3 WST (0.94 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 23 WST (7.17 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 5 WST (1.56 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.25 WST (0.7 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 5 WST (1.56 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 14 WST (4.37 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 3.3 WST (1.03 EUR). Dairy prices in Samoa, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 5 WST (1.56 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2.5 WST (0.78 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 10 WST (3.12 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 11.76 WST (3.67 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 12 WST (3.74 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Samoa vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 6.98 WST (2.18 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 5.8 WST (1.81 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 39.01 WST (12.17 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 100 WST (31.19 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 149 WST (46.48 EUR).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Samoa?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Samoa varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 420 WST (131 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 980 WST (306 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 75414 WST (23522 EUR) per square meter.