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Prices and Cost of Living in Samoa

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Prices in Samoa

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

Grocery Store Prices

Apples (1kg)18.52 PLN
Banana (1kg)6.61 PLN
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)30.43 PLN
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)59.53 PLN
Chicken Fillets (1kg)13.23 PLN
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)22.49 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)6.61 PLN
Eggs (regular) (12)15.56 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)13.23 PLN
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)2.98 PLN
Local Cheese (1kg)3.31 PLN
Milk (regular), (1 liter)6.61 PLN
Onion (1kg)3.97 PLN
Oranges (1kg)6.61 PLN
Potato (1kg)13.23 PLN
Rice (white), (1kg)6.61 PLN
Tomato (1kg)15.87 PLN
Water (1.5 liter bottle)4.37 PLN

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 (3.97 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 23 WST (30.43 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 5 WST (6.61 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.25 WST (2.98 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 5 WST (6.61 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 14 WST (18.52 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 3.3 WST (4.37 PLN). Dairy prices in Samoa, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 5 WST (6.61 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2.5 WST (3.31 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 10 WST (13.23 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 11.76 WST (15.56 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 12 WST (15.87 PLN) per kilo.

Restaurant Prices

Cappuccino (regular)9.23 PLN
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)7.67 PLN
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)15.87 PLN
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)13.16 PLN
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)51.61 PLN
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course132 PLN
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant197 PLN
Water (0.33 liter bottle)4.80 PLN

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 (9.23 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 5.8 WST (7.67 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 39.01 WST (51.61 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 100 WST (132 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 149 WST (197 PLN).

Public Transportation Prices

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)13.23 PLN
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)79.37 PLN
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)19.84 PLN
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)19.84 PLN

Apartment Rental Prices

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre1 296 PLN
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre556 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre2 593 PLN
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre4 360 PLN

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 (556 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 980 WST (1296 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 75414 WST (99762 PLN) per square meter.

Apartment Buying Prices

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre99 762 PLN
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre99 762 PLN

Average Salary

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)2 222 PLN

Hotel Prices in Samoa

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
330 PLN
Apia Inn
6
442 PLN
The Samoan Outrigger Hotel
3
922 PLN
Lava Hotel Apia
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 Samoa. Prices may vary from town to town.
• Updates: oldest data 07/2025, 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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