Cost of Living in Bahamas - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Bahamas
Address: BS

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,438 (excluding rent), and $3,057 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $3,669 (excluding rent), and $7,359 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$29.74 BSD 29.74

$19.83 BSD 19.83

$49.56 BSD 49.56

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$131 BSD 131

$101 BSD 101

$202 BSD 202

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.47 BSD 11.47

$9.97 BSD 9.97

$12.96 BSD 12.96

Cappuccino

$5.36 BSD 5.36

$2.93 BSD 2.93

$8.78 BSD 8.78

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

$2.55 BSD 2.55

$1.22 BSD 1.22

$3.92 BSD 3.92

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.04 BSD 2.04

$1.01 BSD 1.01

$5.05 BSD 5.05

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$4.97 BSD 4.97

$2.98 BSD 2.98

$14.90 BSD 14.90

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.10 BSD 7.10

$4.57 BSD 4.57

$10.15 BSD 10.15

Milk (1 liter)

$4.17 BSD 4.17

$1.63 BSD 1.63

$7.88 BSD 7.88

White Bread (500g)

$4.90 BSD 4.90

$3.30 BSD 3.30

$7.80 BSD 7.80

Rice (white) (1kg)

$5.78 BSD 5.78

$3.46 BSD 3.46

$8.72 BSD 8.72

Eggs

$7.63 BSD 7.63

$2.94 BSD 2.94

$11.73 BSD 11.73

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.64 BSD 9.64

$4.10 BSD 4.10

$13.32 BSD 13.32

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.53 BSD 10.53

$4.93 BSD 4.93

$20.17 BSD 20.17

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$19.54 BSD 19.54

$8.03 BSD 8.03

$30.10 BSD 30.10

Apples (1kg)

$4.88 BSD 4.88

$1.51 BSD 1.51

$13.54 BSD 13.54

Banana (1kg)

$3.21 BSD 3.21

$1.96 BSD 1.96

$5.87 BSD 5.87

Oranges (1kg)

$4.82 BSD 4.82

$1.28 BSD 1.28

$7.18 BSD 7.18

Tomato (1kg)

$7.35 BSD 7.35

$2.24 BSD 2.24

$11.33 BSD 11.33

Potato (1kg)

$3.77 BSD 3.77

$1.77 BSD 1.77

$8.98 BSD 8.98

Onion (1kg)

$3.38 BSD 3.38

$2.12 BSD 2.12

$6.44 BSD 6.44

Lettuce (1 head)

$3.03 BSD 3.03

$1.97 BSD 1.97

$5.42 BSD 5.42

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$2.50 BSD 2.50

$0.98 BSD 0.98

$4.90 BSD 4.90

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$13.53 BSD 13.53

$10.87 BSD 10.87

$14.82 BSD 14.82

Wine (Bottle)

$29.58 BSD 29.58

$14.79 BSD 14.79

$39.43 BSD 39.43

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.98 BSD 3.98

$2.89 BSD 2.89

$5.06 BSD 5.06

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.65 BSD 4.65

$3.05 BSD 3.05

$7.12 BSD 7.12

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.47 BSD 1.47

$1.23 BSD 1.23

$1.96 BSD 1.96

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$45.18 BSD 45.18

$30.12 BSD 30.12

$60.2 BSD 60.2

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.37 BSD 4.37

$2.92 BSD 2.92

$5.83 BSD 5.83

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.08 BSD 3.08

$2.03 BSD 2.03

$3.17 BSD 3.17

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$98.9 BSD 98.9

$59.3 BSD 59.3

$98.9 BSD 98.9

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.50 BSD 1.50

$1.45 BSD 1.45

$1.73 BSD 1.73

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

$38.2K BSD 38.2K

$35.6K BSD 35.6K

$40.7K BSD 40.7K

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

$38.8K BSD 38.8K

$37.7K BSD 37.7K

$43.1K BSD 43.1K

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)

$64.1 BSD 64.1

$39.26 BSD 39.26

$70.2 BSD 70.2

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$96.7 BSD 96.7

$60.3 BSD 60.3

$129 BSD 129

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$107 BSD 107

$49.80 BSD 49.80

$187 BSD 187

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$59.2 BSD 59.2

$29.61 BSD 29.61

$98.7 BSD 98.7

Cinema Ticket

$17.79 BSD 17.79

$14.82 BSD 14.82

$24.70 BSD 24.70

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

$593 BSD 593

$246 BSD 246

$985 BSD 985

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$14.0K BSD 14.0K

$7,894 BSD 7,894

$15.8K BSD 15.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$60.8 BSD 60.8

$35.46 BSD 35.46

$81.1 BSD 81.1

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$48.80 BSD 48.80

$25.02 BSD 25.02

$120 BSD 120

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$112 BSD 112

$88.0 BSD 88.0

$148 BSD 148

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$114 BSD 114

$98.6 BSD 98.6

$148 BSD 148

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,309 BSD 1,309

$546 BSD 546

$2,481 BSD 2,481

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,279 BSD 1,279

$590 BSD 590

$2,165 BSD 2,165

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$3,656 BSD 3,656

$1,632 BSD 1,632

$5,609 BSD 5,609

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$3,347 BSD 3,347

$2,461 BSD 2,461

$4,430 BSD 4,430

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,168 BSD 4,168

$2,983 BSD 2,983

$5,352 BSD 5,352

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,225 BSD 3,225

$2,184 BSD 2,184

$5,308 BSD 5,308

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,464 BSD 2,464

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: April 12, 2026

By City in Bahamas

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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	-						57.66	113.69
2	Alice Town	300						84.31	375.51
3	Andros Town	-						148.26	151.76
4	Crooked Island	-		$1,354	$2,161	$3,088	$4,843	31.82	113.69
5	Duncan Town	-						117.28	97.11
6	Freeport	45945		$938	$2,305	$2,302	$4,861	80.81	114.02
7	Fresh Creek	-						48.78	151.76
8	George Town	-						330.15	148.3
9	High Rock	-						173.44	138.23
10	Marsh Harbour	-						19.9	104.7
11	Nassau	259300	188	$1,639	$3,704	$4,581	$8,491	34.67	163.2
12	New Providence	-		$1,246	$1,799	$3,133	$7,374	103.44	163.2
13	Paradise Island	-	86	$1,303	$1,754	$4,309	$4,055	199.77	163.2
14	Pirates Well	300						-	2.9
15	Snug Corner	-						109.83	113.69
16	Spanish Wells	-						353.35	125.53
17	Sweeting Cay	-						-	-
18	West End	-						44.65	115.79

Bahamas Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

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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.