Prices and Cost of Living in Vanuatu

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 343 VUV (10.62 PLN) for a kilo of onions to 2020 VUV (62.46 PLN) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 445 VUV (13.76 PLN) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 334 VUV (10.33 PLN) per half kilo. Bananas cost 333 VUV (10.31 PLN) per kilo, while apples cost 567 VUV (17.52 PLN) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 162 VUV (5.01 PLN). Dairy prices in Vanuatu, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 287 VUV (8.86 PLN), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 2400 VUV (74.21 PLN). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 2000 VUV (61.84 PLN) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 628 VUV (19.42 PLN), and the average price of tomatoes is 400 VUV (12.37 PLN) per kilo.

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 618 VUV (19.1 PLN), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 258 VUV (7.96 PLN). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 1141 VUV (35.27 PLN) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 7779 VUV (241 PLN). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 1336 VUV (41.31 PLN).

How much does transportation cost in Vanuatu?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 200 VUV (6.18 PLN), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 8000 VUV (247 PLN). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 250 VUV (7.73 PLN), along with a per-kilometer charge of 100 VUV (3.09 PLN).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Vanuatu varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 212803 VUV (6580 PLN) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 221667 VUV (6854 PLN) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 442424 VUV (13680 PLN) per square meter.