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Cost of living in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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Food Price in $
12 eggs dozen, large 12.50 XCD
1 beer pint in local shops, markets 7 XCD
1 kg of tomatoes 8.50 XCD
Full chicken 2kg 38.75 XCD
1litre 100% fruit juice 8.50 XCD
1 package of cigarettes imported brands 25 XCD
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples 7.50 XCD
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality 48.95 XCD
2.5 liters of Coca-Cola 0.95 XCD
1 Bread loaf standard 9.50 XCD
Whole fat Yogurt. 500ml 12 XCD
1x6 pack Dardanelle tuna 18.50 XCD
Heinz baked beans 1 tin 8 XCD
1.5 kg Sugar 10 XCD
2 liter cooking oil 20 XCD
Yum-yum noodles per pack 2.00 XCD
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes 5.50 XCD
1 liter milk 8.50 XCD
Fast food restaurant large serving/ take away 25 XCD
Housing
Utilities per month (water, electricity, gas) for 2 people in flat 165 XCD
Wi-Fi monthly fee 8 Mbps (1 month) 145 XCD
Laundry detergent (bleach, sunlight liquid, washing surf… altogether) 58.50 XCD
House Cleaning fee per day 105 XCD
Large Gas heater price range upwards. 200 XCD
Original branded Electric Fans 200 XCD
Original branded Electric kettle. 120 XCD
40 inches Beko flat screen HD TV set 2000 XCD
Single bed Blankets 120 XCD
Personal Care
Avon for women and men cologne 100 XCD
Ladies hair plaiting. 60 XCD
Ladies Sanitaryware (Pads and Tampoons) 18 XCD
Men's haircut 40 XCD
Ibuprofen, Panadol, Grandpa Pain killers box of 12 dosses 24.50 XCD
Mobile package local network providers’ talk-time, data and messages 65 XCD
1 month of gym subscription. 105 XCD
Earphones original (Samsung. iPhone) 90 XCD
Unisex Loris perfume 30 XCD
Gadgets maintenance and repairs (cellphone, laptops, tablets...) starting price. 100 XCD
Smart phones (Samsung, Xiaomi, HTC, IPhone) price range upwards 1000 XCD
Laptops (Samsung, Lenovo, Hp, Monster, Dell etc.) price range upwards 3000 XCD
Entertainment
Boat cruise with refreshments and finger snacks 120 XCD
Go carting 30mins 120 XCD
Movie House 3d cinema 30 XCD
Summer Festivals (jet, bumper cars, lucky deep ...(per ticket) 15 XCD
Photo shoot 120 XCD
Cappuccino / expresso/ coffee 12.50 XCD
3 course dinner local restaurant two people 96.50 XCD
3 course dinner classy, exotic restaurant two people 150 XCD
Play station 4 console without games. 2000 XCD
Spalding Basketball 200 XCD
Original branded Racket and Wilson’s tennis balls 500 XCD
Transportation
Taxi fare on average 5-10km 45 XCD
Public transport per trip one way maximum fare 30 XCD
1 liter petrol/diesel 6.50 XCD
1 day rent a car cost 140 XCD
Driver’s license 2300 XCD
Clothes
1 pair of jeans (Denim or similar) 150 XCD
1 pair of men’s formal shoes 215 XCD
1 pair original sport/casual shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) 280 XCD
1 classy summer dress (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) 135.79 XCD
Ladies formal shoes original and durable 120 XCD
Back-pack, gym bag (Nike, Adidas, New balance) 150 XCD

When in St Vincent and Grenadines, you can spend, on average, EC$358 or $132 per day. This is based on the history of others who have traveled there before.

Accommodation

One bedroomed Apartment in City Centre in St Vincent and Grenadines costs about EC$908.33, and a one bedroomed Apartment Outside of the city center costs EC$ 525.00 Most Apartments come fully furnished with beds, a couch, television, tables and chairs, wardrobe and washing machine, and some are fitted with Wi-Fi.  

Transport

Transport costs in Saint Vincent and grenadines are generally affordable and there are various transport options including buses, cabs, ferries, and pedicabs, to mention but a few. The prices for local transportation are as follows: a Litre of gasoline costs EC$ 10.52, a One-way ticket for local transport costs about EC$ 2.00 and a Regular monthly pass costs about EC$ 120.00.

Rental Cars- Renting your vehicle on the island is one option visitors can take, though the roads can be somewhat tough to navigate. To rent a car you must be 24 years of age, have an ID, and a valid Debit card among other things.

Water taxis- these operate between islands as follows: Canouan and Union Island- about a 45-minute trip, and about 10 minutes between Union Island and Mayreau, to mention but a few. They offer great sights if you are not in a hurry.

Ferry- There is a regularly scheduled ferry service between Bequia and St Vincent. It takes about an hour and runs daily.

Bus- there are privately owned minivans regulated by the government. These are recognizable by the letter ‘H’ on their license plate. These can be flagged down along the road, or at the bus terminal at New Kingstown Fish Market.

Pedicabs – this is a man-powered bike taxi which is a great way to view the city. This is for tourists who are not in a rush and want to view the city and enjoy the scenery

Taxis- travelers can find plenty ofTaxis on the island and fares are reasonable for short trips though they are a bit more expensive than the mini-bus.

Bills and Utilities: Utility prices in St Vincent and grenadines are as follows: Basic utilities (Water, heating, garbage, and electricity) costs EC$160.00, Cable/DSL internet connection (unlimited data and speed of 60Mbps) costs EC$124.00 EC$, and Local one-minute prepaid calls cost EC$1.07 EC$.