Cost of Living in Bahamas - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Bahamas
Address: BS

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,446 (excluding rent), and $3,008 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $3,741 (excluding rent), and $7,463 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$30.13 BSD 30.13

$20.09 BSD 20.09

$50.2 BSD 50.2

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$131 BSD 131

$100 BSD 100

$201 BSD 201

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.59 BSD 11.59

$10.08 BSD 10.08

$13.10 BSD 13.10

Cappuccino

$5.60 BSD 5.60

$3.05 BSD 3.05

$9.16 BSD 9.16

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.56 BSD 2.56

$1.23 BSD 1.23

$3.92 BSD 3.92

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.99 BSD 1.99

$0.98 BSD 0.98

$4.92 BSD 4.92

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.08 BSD 5.08

$3.05 BSD 3.05

$15.24 BSD 15.24

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.80 BSD 6.80

$4.37 BSD 4.37

$9.71 BSD 9.71

Milk (1 liter)

$4.14 BSD 4.14

$1.61 BSD 1.61

$7.82 BSD 7.82

White Bread (500g)

$4.92 BSD 4.92

$3.32 BSD 3.32

$7.84 BSD 7.84

Rice (white) (1kg)

$5.74 BSD 5.74

$3.43 BSD 3.43

$8.65 BSD 8.65

Eggs

$7.60 BSD 7.60

$2.92 BSD 2.92

$11.68 BSD 11.68

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.38 BSD 9.38

$3.99 BSD 3.99

$12.96 BSD 12.96

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.41 BSD 10.41

$4.88 BSD 4.88

$19.94 BSD 19.94

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$19.23 BSD 19.23

$7.90 BSD 7.90

$29.64 BSD 29.64

Apples (1kg)

$4.72 BSD 4.72

$1.46 BSD 1.46

$13.09 BSD 13.09

Banana (1kg)

$3.19 BSD 3.19

$1.95 BSD 1.95

$5.84 BSD 5.84

Oranges (1kg)

$4.82 BSD 4.82

$1.28 BSD 1.28

$7.18 BSD 7.18

Tomato (1kg)

$6.99 BSD 6.99

$2.13 BSD 2.13

$10.77 BSD 10.77

Potato (1kg)

$3.76 BSD 3.76

$1.77 BSD 1.77

$8.97 BSD 8.97

Onion (1kg)

$3.51 BSD 3.51

$2.21 BSD 2.21

$6.69 BSD 6.69

Lettuce (1 head)

$3.14 BSD 3.14

$2.05 BSD 2.05

$5.61 BSD 5.61

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$2.62 BSD 2.62

$1.03 BSD 1.03

$5.14 BSD 5.14

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$13.54 BSD 13.54

$10.88 BSD 10.88

$14.83 BSD 14.83

Wine (Bottle)

$29.81 BSD 29.81

$14.90 BSD 14.90

$39.74 BSD 39.74

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.99 BSD 3.99

$2.90 BSD 2.90

$5.06 BSD 5.06

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.64 BSD 4.64

$3.04 BSD 3.04

$7.09 BSD 7.09

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.53 BSD 1.53

$1.28 BSD 1.28

$2.05 BSD 2.05

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$45.37 BSD 45.37

$30.24 BSD 30.24

$60.5 BSD 60.5

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.61 BSD 4.61

$3.07 BSD 3.07

$6.15 BSD 6.15

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.20 BSD 3.20

$2.11 BSD 2.11

$3.29 BSD 3.29

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$101 BSD 101

$60.4 BSD 60.4

$101 BSD 101

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.49 BSD 1.49

$1.44 BSD 1.44

$1.72 BSD 1.72

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$37.4K BSD 37.4K

$34.9K BSD 34.9K

$39.9K BSD 39.9K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$38.4K BSD 38.4K

$37.3K BSD 37.3K

$42.7K BSD 42.7K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$255 BSD 255

$139 BSD 139

$406 BSD 406

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$64.9 BSD 64.9

$39.75 BSD 39.75

$71.0 BSD 71.0

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$98.0 BSD 98.0

$61.1 BSD 61.1

$131 BSD 131

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$110 BSD 110

$50.9 BSD 50.9

$192 BSD 192

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$59.8 BSD 59.8

$29.91 BSD 29.91

$99.7 BSD 99.7

Cinema Ticket

$18.32 BSD 18.32

$15.27 BSD 15.27

$25.45 BSD 25.45

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$602 BSD 602

$250 BSD 250

$999 BSD 999

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$14.4K BSD 14.4K

$8,118 BSD 8,118

$16.2K BSD 16.2K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$60.2 BSD 60.2

$35.10 BSD 35.10

$80.2 BSD 80.2

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$47.86 BSD 47.86

$24.54 BSD 24.54

$118 BSD 118

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$112 BSD 112

$87.9 BSD 87.9

$148 BSD 148

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$115 BSD 115

$99.6 BSD 99.6

$149 BSD 149

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,297 BSD 1,297

$541 BSD 541

$2,459 BSD 2,459

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,278 BSD 1,278

$590 BSD 590

$2,162 BSD 2,162

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$3,577 BSD 3,577

$1,596 BSD 1,596

$5,486 BSD 5,486

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$3,468 BSD 3,468

$2,550 BSD 2,550

$4,589 BSD 4,589

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,251 BSD 4,251

$3,043 BSD 3,043

$5,459 BSD 5,459

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,330 BSD 3,330

$2,255 BSD 2,255

$5,481 BSD 5,481

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,457 BSD 2,457

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

9.04

4.75

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: March 1, 2026

By City in Bahamas

Lowest

Highest

Rank	City	Population	Living Index	Solo costs (no rent) / month	Solo costs (with rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (no rent) / month	Family of 3 costs (with rent) / month	Mobile download speed (Mbps)	Internet download speed (Mbps)
1	Albert Town	-						54.52	132.83
2	Alice Town	300						183.48	371.57
3	Andros Town	-						184.38	148.97
4	Crooked Island	-		$1,553	$2,138	$2,525	$4,820	43.45	132.83
5	Duncan Town	-						-	71.28
6	Freeport	45945		$983	$2,315	$2,529	$4,877	245.39	89.29
7	Fresh Creek	-						56.05	148.97
8	George Town	-						220.98	146.9
9	High Rock	-						180.68	81.7
10	Marsh Harbour	-						61.34	104.4
11	Nassau	259300	188	$1,656	$3,692	$4,411	$8,412	18.82	154.88
12	New Providence	-		$1,269	$1,819	$2,751	$7,370	134.32	154.88
13	Paradise Island	-	86	$1,606	$1,702	$3,986	$4,061	41.4	154.88
14	Pirates Well	300						-	2.9
15	Snug Corner	-						255.22	91.98
16	Spanish Wells	-						97.62	107.77
17	Sweeting Cay	-						-	-
18	West End	-						218.44	91.77

Bahamas Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Fixed Broadband

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The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Bahamas - Frequently Asked Questions

Compared with many Caribbean spots, the Bahamas offers a mix of price ranges: you can find budget-friendly stays on smaller islands or guesthouses, while resort-heavy areas around Nassau and Paradise Island can push up living costs. Housing, groceries, and transport choices determine value, and Cost of Living in Bahamas varies by island and season. Plan a flexible budget and test different areas. For a practical approach, target off-peak months, look for longer leases, and balance short-term rentals with local markets and shared workspaces. Tip: start with a short-term stay in a less touristy area to test value before committing.

Plan for daily life by focusing on housing searches, food options, and getting around. Housing ranges from modest apartments to villas, and longer leases often bring better monthly rates; use local agents and online listings to compare neighborhoods and confirm utility setups. Food choices span fresh local produce at markets and affordable seafood to imported staples, influencing your budget. For transport, ferries, domestic flights, and rental cars are common; in towns you will often walk or bike. Bahamas living cost can vary by island and lifestyle, so tailor your routine to your work needs and social life. Tip: test a few neighborhoods on weekends to sense the pace and amenities.

Quality of life in the Bahamas depends on balancing work routines, social life, and seasonal costs. Build a budgeting framework that separates steady housing and utilities from discretionary travel and dining, and adjust as tourist seasons shift prices. Neighborhood fit matters: consider Nassau's closer-in areas for coworking, or calmer outer islands for slower rhythms; you’ll notice differences in pace, services, and internet reliability. Plan around shoulder seasons for better access to deals, and lean on local markets to keep groceries reasonable. Tip: set a simple monthly framework and revisit it after a month to refine targets and priorities.