Cost of Living in Bahamas - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Bahamas
Address: BS

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,439 (excluding rent), and $2,983 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $3,675 (excluding rent), and $7,349 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$30.15 BSD 30.15

$20.10 BSD 20.10

$50.3 BSD 50.3

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$130 BSD 130

$100 BSD 100

$201 BSD 201

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.32 BSD 11.32

$9.85 BSD 9.85

$12.80 BSD 12.80

Cappuccino

$5.48 BSD 5.48

$2.99 BSD 2.99

$8.97 BSD 8.97

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

$2.67 BSD 2.67

$1.28 BSD 1.28

$4.09 BSD 4.09

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.98 BSD 1.98

$0.98 BSD 0.98

$4.91 BSD 4.91

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$5.13 BSD 5.13

$3.08 BSD 3.08

$15.40 BSD 15.40

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.83 BSD 6.83

$4.39 BSD 4.39

$9.76 BSD 9.76

Milk (1 liter)

$4.21 BSD 4.21

$1.64 BSD 1.64

$7.96 BSD 7.96

White Bread (500g)

$4.89 BSD 4.89

$3.29 BSD 3.29

$7.78 BSD 7.78

Rice (white) (1kg)

$5.75 BSD 5.75

$3.44 BSD 3.44

$8.67 BSD 8.67

Eggs

$7.73 BSD 7.73

$2.97 BSD 2.97

$11.88 BSD 11.88

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.40 BSD 9.40

$3.99 BSD 3.99

$12.98 BSD 12.98

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.43 BSD 10.43

$4.88 BSD 4.88

$19.98 BSD 19.98

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$19.40 BSD 19.40

$7.97 BSD 7.97

$29.89 BSD 29.89

Apples (1kg)

$4.72 BSD 4.72

$1.47 BSD 1.47

$13.10 BSD 13.10

Banana (1kg)

$3.19 BSD 3.19

$1.94 BSD 1.94

$5.83 BSD 5.83

Oranges (1kg)

$4.78 BSD 4.78

$1.27 BSD 1.27

$7.12 BSD 7.12

Tomato (1kg)

$7.32 BSD 7.32

$2.23 BSD 2.23

$11.28 BSD 11.28

Potato (1kg)

$3.71 BSD 3.71

$1.75 BSD 1.75

$8.85 BSD 8.85

Onion (1kg)

$3.49 BSD 3.49

$2.19 BSD 2.19

$6.65 BSD 6.65

Lettuce (1 head)

$3.06 BSD 3.06

$1.99 BSD 1.99

$5.47 BSD 5.47

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$2.57 BSD 2.57

$1.01 BSD 1.01

$5.05 BSD 5.05

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$13.83 BSD 13.83

$11.11 BSD 11.11

$15.15 BSD 15.15

Wine (Bottle)

$29.55 BSD 29.55

$14.78 BSD 14.78

$39.40 BSD 39.40

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.91 BSD 3.91

$2.84 BSD 2.84

$4.97 BSD 4.97

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.65 BSD 4.65

$3.05 BSD 3.05

$7.11 BSD 7.11

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.53 BSD 1.53

$1.27 BSD 1.27

$2.04 BSD 2.04

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$45.22 BSD 45.22

$30.15 BSD 30.15

$60.3 BSD 60.3

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$4.59 BSD 4.59

$3.06 BSD 3.06

$6.12 BSD 6.12

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$3.16 BSD 3.16

$2.08 BSD 2.08

$3.25 BSD 3.25

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$101 BSD 101

$60.4 BSD 60.4

$101 BSD 101

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.43 BSD 1.43

$1.39 BSD 1.39

$1.65 BSD 1.65

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

$37.1K BSD 37.1K

$34.6K BSD 34.6K

$39.6K BSD 39.6K

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

$38.5K BSD 38.5K

$37.4K BSD 37.4K

$42.8K BSD 42.8K

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

$255 BSD 255

$139 BSD 139

$405 BSD 405

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

$65.0 BSD 65.0

$39.80 BSD 39.80

$71.1 BSD 71.1

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$96.9 BSD 96.9

$60.5 BSD 60.5

$129 BSD 129

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$107 BSD 107

$49.69 BSD 49.69

$187 BSD 187

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$60.1 BSD 60.1

$30.06 BSD 30.06

$100 BSD 100

Cinema Ticket

$17.66 BSD 17.66

$14.72 BSD 14.72

$24.53 BSD 24.53

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

$596 BSD 596

$247 BSD 247

$989 BSD 989

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$14.2K BSD 14.2K

$8,030 BSD 8,030

$16.1K BSD 16.1K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$59.9 BSD 59.9

$34.93 BSD 34.93

$79.8 BSD 79.8

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$49.57 BSD 49.57

$25.42 BSD 25.42

$122 BSD 122

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$115 BSD 115

$90.1 BSD 90.1

$152 BSD 152

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$118 BSD 118

$102 BSD 102

$153 BSD 153

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,344 BSD 1,344

$561 BSD 561

$2,548 BSD 2,548

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,308 BSD 1,308

$604 BSD 604

$2,214 BSD 2,214

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$3,584 BSD 3,584

$1,599 BSD 1,599

$5,498 BSD 5,498

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$3,433 BSD 3,433

$2,525 BSD 2,525

$4,544 BSD 4,544

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$4,182 BSD 4,182

$2,993 BSD 2,993

$5,370 BSD 5,370

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,239 BSD 3,239

$2,193 BSD 2,193

$5,331 BSD 5,331

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$2,442 BSD 2,442

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 16, 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	-		$1,259	$2,163	$3,111	$4,754	43.45	132.83
5	Duncan Town	-						-	71.28
6	Freeport	45945		$1,019	$2,318	$2,060	$4,893	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	$1,629	$3,710	$4,448	$8,561	18.82	154.88
12	New Providence	-		$1,190	$1,838	$3,248	$7,372	134.32	154.88
13	Paradise Island	-	86	$1,511	$1,749	$3,855	$4,135	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.