Prices and Cost of Living in Vanuatu
Travel Budget Calculator
Calculate how much money you will spend on your vacation in Vanuatu. Sample budget for each type of traveler - food, transportation, sightseeing and accommodation expenses.
Backpacker's budget
Traveling with a backpack
from 46.90 USD to 70.34 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 22 December 2024.
How much do you spend per day on travel and sightseeing?
Traveling and sightseeing in a cheap way (hostels, cheap food), you can fit into a budget from 5568 VUV (46.9 USD) to 8351 VUV (70.34 USD). On the other hand, a slightly higher standard (3-star hotel, meals in restaurants) you should expect to spend from 14505 VUV (122 USD) to 19481 VUV (164 USD). You should additionally take into account that if you are traveling alone, the cost may be slightly higher.
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 Vanuatu. 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.
Cheapest products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 13.3 USD to 18.71 USD
Mid-range products
Here's how much you will spend in 1 day.
from 16.95 USD to 23.02 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 22 December 2024.
How much do you have to spend on groceries per day in Vanuatu?
When shopping for groceries in local stores and markets, the average daily cost of food expenses will range from 1579 VUV (13.3 USD) to 2221 VUV (18.71 USD) when buying the cheapest products. However, if you choose slightly more expensive products, you can expect to pay from 2012 VUV (16.95 USD) to 2733 VUV (23.02 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: 22 December 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 Vanuatu
Below you will find a list of prices for products and services in Vanuatu, which will help you determine what expenses you should prepare for when going on vacation in this country.
Grocery Store Prices
| Apples (1kg) | 4.41 USD |
| Banana (1kg) | 0.46 USD |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 19.04 USD |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | 12.63 USD |
| Chicken Fillets (1kg) | 18.67 USD |
| Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro) | 9.27 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 3.03 USD |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 5.57 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.09 USD |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 2.53 USD |
| Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g) | 3.29 USD |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 22.39 USD |
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 1.88 USD |
| Onion (1kg) | 2.44 USD |
| Oranges (1kg) | 5.59 USD |
| Potato (1kg) | 4.97 USD |
| Rice (white), (1kg) | 3.12 USD |
| Tomato (1kg) | 4.44 USD |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 1.80 USD |
Food and beverage prices in Vanuatu
Popular food products found on store shelves in Vanuatu include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 289 VUV (2.44 USD) for a kilo of onions to 2260 VUV (19.04 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 370 VUV (3.12 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 390 VUV (3.29 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 54.51 VUV (0.46 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 523 VUV (4.41 USD) per kilo.
Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 213 VUV (1.8 USD). Dairy prices in Vanuatu, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 223 VUV (1.88 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2658 VUV (22.39 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 2217 VUV (18.67 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 661 VUV (5.57 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 527 VUV (4.44 USD) per kilo.
Restaurant Prices
| Cappuccino (regular) | 3.32 USD |
| Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.11 USD |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 3.58 USD |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 4.21 USD |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 9.03 USD |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 67.38 USD |
| Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant | 12.63 USD |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 0.85 USD |
What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?
Prices in restaurants in Vanuatu vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 394 VUV (3.32 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 251 VUV (2.11 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1072 VUV (9.03 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 8000 VUV (67.38 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1500 VUV (12.63 USD).
Public Transportation Prices
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 1.26 USD |
| Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) | 4.21 USD |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 1.14 USD |
| Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) | 1.33 USD |
Entertainment Prices
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 6.18 USD |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 76.99 USD |
Apartment Rental Prices
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1 119 USD |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 1 116 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 2 011 USD |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 2 059 USD |
Average Salary
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 659 USD |
Hotel Prices in Vanuatu
A comprehensive list of the current prices of accommodations in various cities, ranging from budget-friendly hotels to high-end luxurious stays.
• Prices of products and services in Vanuatu. 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.
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