Prices and Cost of Living in Solomon Islands

Food and beverage prices in Solomon Islands

Popular food products found on store shelves in Solomon Islands include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 26.8 SBD (2.77 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 118 SBD (12.19 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 12.25 SBD (1.27 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 11.94 SBD (1.24 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 22 SBD (2.28 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 70.83 SBD (7.33 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 9.25 SBD (0.96 EUR). Dairy prices in Solomon Islands, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 22.62 SBD (2.34 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 49.33 SBD (5.1 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 67.5 SBD (6.98 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 46.2 SBD (4.78 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 26.83 SBD (2.78 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Solomon Islands vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 25.83 SBD (2.67 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 12.5 SBD (1.29 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 100 SBD (10.35 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 450 SBD (46.57 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 37.5 SBD (3.88 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Solomon Islands?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 3 SBD (0.31 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 250 SBD (25.87 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 10 SBD (1.03 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 10 SBD (1.03 EUR).

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Solomon Islands?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Solomon Islands varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 3938 SBD (407 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 4366 SBD (452 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 700000 SBD (72437 EUR) per square meter.