Cost of Living in Barbados - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Barbados
Address: BB

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,116 (excluding rent), and $1,712 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,494 (excluding rent), and $4,034 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$19.95 BBD 39.90

$9.97 BBD 19.95

$49.87 BBD 99.7

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$100 BBD 200

$69.0 BBD 138

$125 BBD 250

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.17 BBD 20.34

$8.64 BBD 17.29

$12.71 BBD 25.42

Cappuccino

$4.93 BBD 9.87

$2.51 BBD 5.01

$6.02 BBD 12.03

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

$1.84 BBD 3.68

$1.39 BBD 2.78

$2.54 BBD 5.08

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.33 BBD 2.67

$0.97 BBD 1.95

$2.43 BBD 4.87

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$2.46 BBD 4.93

$1.73 BBD 3.45

$3.94 BBD 7.89

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.91 BBD 7.82

$2.44 BBD 4.89

$6.11 BBD 12.22

Milk (1 liter)

$3.39 BBD 6.77

$1.94 BBD 3.88

$4.37 BBD 8.73

White Bread (500g)

$2.61 BBD 5.23

$1.47 BBD 2.94

$3.43 BBD 6.85

Rice (white) (1kg)

$4.12 BBD 8.23

$2.06 BBD 4.12

$7.72 BBD 15.44

Eggs

$5.54 BBD 11.07

$3.53 BBD 7.07

$8.25 BBD 16.49

Local Cheese (1kg)

$7.95 BBD 15.89

$5.90 BBD 11.80

$11.80 BBD 23.60

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.95 BBD 21.90

$5.97 BBD 11.94

$17.92 BBD 35.83

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$10.35 BBD 20.70

$9.13 BBD 18.26

$12.68 BBD 25.36

Apples (1kg)

$4.16 BBD 8.32

$0.99 BBD 1.98

$6.92 BBD 13.84

Banana (1kg)

$3.10 BBD 6.21

$1.95 BBD 3.89

$7.30 BBD 14.60

Oranges (1kg)

$4.98 BBD 9.95

$1.01 BBD 2.02

$8.09 BBD 16.18

Tomato (1kg)

$4.01 BBD 8.01

$0.99 BBD 1.99

$8.15 BBD 16.30

Potato (1kg)

$4.19 BBD 8.39

$1.27 BBD 2.54

$7.63 BBD 15.27

Onion (1kg)

$3.12 BBD 6.24

$1.49 BBD 2.98

$4.97 BBD 9.94

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.64 BBD 5.27

$2.01 BBD 4.02

$3.02 BBD 6.04

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$2.29 BBD 4.59

$1.54 BBD 3.07

$4.10 BBD 8.19

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$7.97 BBD 15.95

$7.48 BBD 14.95

$8.97 BBD 17.94

Wine (Bottle)

$16.30 BBD 32.59

$10.18 BBD 20.37

$19.35 BBD 38.70

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.78 BBD 3.57

$1.51 BBD 3.02

$2.52 BBD 5.04

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.95 BBD 5.90

$2.05 BBD 4.09

$4.09 BBD 8.19

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.78 BBD 3.56

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$24.68 BBD 49.36

$19.75 BBD 39.49

$26.66 BBD 53.3

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$14.76 BBD 29.53

$7.38 BBD 14.76

$29.53 BBD 59.1

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$2.43 BBD 4.86

$4.23 BBD 8.46

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$40.41 BBD 80.8

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.07 BBD 4.15

$1.97 BBD 3.95

$2.15 BBD 4.29

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

$40.7K BBD 81.5K

$35.7K BBD 71.3K

$50.9K BBD 101.9K

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

$37.6K BBD 75.1K

$35.1K BBD 70.1K

$40.1K BBD 80.2K

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

$124 BBD 247

$49.46 BBD 98.9

$198 BBD 396

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

$50.0 BBD 100

$45.29 BBD 90.6

$50.3 BBD 101

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$60.4 BBD 121

$50.4 BBD 101

$111 BBD 222

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$72.4 BBD 145

$40.08 BBD 80.2

$125 BBD 251

Cinema Ticket

$10.02 BBD 20.05

$8.02 BBD 16.04

$15.04 BBD 30.07

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

$270 BBD 540

$204 BBD 407

$453 BBD 906

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$7,499 BBD 15.0K

$6,066 BBD 12.1K

$10.1K BBD 20.2K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$56.9 BBD 114

$29.98 BBD 60.0

$79.9 BBD 160

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$38.08 BBD 76.2

$19.87 BBD 39.74

$49.68 BBD 99.4

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$103 BBD 207

$70.5 BBD 141

$302 BBD 605

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$92.2 BBD 184

$55.1 BBD 110

$150 BBD 300

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$666 BBD 1,333

$444 BBD 889

$988 BBD 1,975

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$548 BBD 1,096

$403 BBD 806

$1,008 BBD 2,016

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,768 BBD 3,535

$1,104 BBD 2,209

$3,263 BBD 6,526

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,223 BBD 2,447

$758 BBD 1,515

$1,717 BBD 3,434

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,440 BBD 6,880

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$3,438 BBD 6,875

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,165 BBD 2,330

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.62

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

Last update: February 28, 2026

By City in Barbados

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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	Alexandra	-		$233	$275	$586	$618	31.6	145.38
2	Barbados	-	97	$1,185	$1,915	$2,398	$4,312	139.83	201.01
3	Bel Air	-						-	-
4	Bridgetown	110000	84	$1,126	$1,633	$3,047	$4,190	82.28	141.58
5	Christchurch	-		$1,103	$1,990	$3,598	$6,177	-	-
6	Ellerton	-		$440	$754	$859	$1,480	60.23	176.73
7	Holetown	1500		$803	$699	$2,307	$2,036	14.9	136.05
8	Oistins	-		$405	$1,164	$722	$2,260	203.72	70.72
9	Speightstown	2500						232.96	142.87
10	The Crane	-		$6.98	$6.83	$19.54	$17.84	-	-
11	Wildey	-						37.95	196.82
12	Woodbourne	-						67.19	217.53

Barbados Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Barbados - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Barbados gives you a practical baseline for planning. You may notice everyday needs sit within a comfortable mid-range compared with larger international hubs, while some imported goods can push prices higher. Housing options vary by neighborhood, from modest coastal apartments to larger inland homes; you can often find value in older buildings or longer leases. Seasonal demand can affect availability and short-term stays, so shoulder seasons offer quieter streets and better balance between work and exploration. Tip: Build a simple budget with clear categories for housing, groceries, transport, and leisure to compare neighborhoods.

When you start the housing search, focus on neighborhoods that balance beach access, amenities, and transit links. Local markets and farmers' stalls offer fresh produce, while supermarkets cover imported staples. For getting around, buses, ride-hailing services, or a scooter can handle most trips; walking is practical in well-connected zones. Use co-working spaces or cafes with reliable wifi if you work remotely. For errands, map practical hubs like grocery clusters and pharmacy strips near your chosen area. Barbados living cost is shaped by location and season, so plan for shifts between busy peak periods and quieter intervals. Tip: Build a simple weekly routine that groups errands by neighborhood to save time and transport.

Think in practical budgets and flexible plans rather than fixed numbers. Start with a simple framework that tracks housing, meals, transport, and leisure, adjusting as you settle into a rhythm. Seasonality matters: busy tourist periods can affect markets, noise levels, and service availability. To find the right neighborhood, map work needs, safety, greenspace, and accessibility to daily errands. Test a few areas on longer stays rather than quick visits, and watch for quiet streets near amenities if you prefer a calmer pace. Tip: Build a lightweight plan for three months, reviewing what works and what to adjust as you go.