Cost of Living in Guernsey - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Guernsey
Address: GG

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,108 (excluding rent), and $3,339 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,730 (excluding rent), and $5,963 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$20.42 GGP 15.29

$14.91 GGP 11.17

$24.50 GGP 18.35

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$80.7 GGP 60.4

$134 GGP 101

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.43 GGP 7.06

$8.09 GGP 6.06

$10.79 GGP 8.08

Cappuccino

$4.84 GGP 3.62

$2.07 GGP 1.55

$5.78 GGP 4.33

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

$2.73 GGP 2.04

$2.00 GGP 1.50

$3.80 GGP 2.84

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.11 GGP 1.58

$1.61 GGP 1.21

$2.69 GGP 2.02

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.83 GGP 5.11

$3.82 GGP 2.86

$8.34 GGP 6.24

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$6.84 GGP 5.12

$5.47 GGP 4.10

$8.21 GGP 6.15

Milk (1 liter)

$2.45 GGP 1.84

$1.93 GGP 1.45

$2.77 GGP 2.07

White Bread (500g)

$2.36 GGP 1.77

$1.29 GGP 0.97

$4.29 GGP 3.21

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.86 GGP 2.14

$2.10 GGP 1.57

$3.71 GGP 2.78

Eggs

$5.15 GGP 3.86

$3.38 GGP 2.53

$6.99 GGP 5.24

Local Cheese (1kg)

$14.35 GGP 10.75

$10.83 GGP 8.12

$21.61 GGP 16.19

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$12.01 GGP 9.00

$5.13 GGP 3.84

$15.75 GGP 11.80

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$16.92 GGP 12.68

$8.12 GGP 6.08

$40.62 GGP 30.43

Apples (1kg)

$3.93 GGP 2.95

$2.71 GGP 2.03

$8.33 GGP 6.24

Banana (1kg)

$3.69 GGP 2.76

$1.49 GGP 1.12

$4.90 GGP 3.67

Oranges (1kg)

$4.81 GGP 3.60

$2.68 GGP 2.01

$9.44 GGP 7.07

Tomato (1kg)

$5.28 GGP 3.95

$1.99 GGP 1.49

$5.97 GGP 4.47

Potato (1kg)

$2.77 GGP 2.07

$1.31 GGP 0.98

$4.64 GGP 3.47

Onion (1kg)

$3.22 GGP 2.41

$2.07 GGP 1.55

$3.70 GGP 2.77

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.33 GGP 1.74

$1.93 GGP 1.44

$2.77 GGP 2.08

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.86 GGP 1.39

$1.00 GGP 0.75

$3.21 GGP 2.40

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$11.49 GGP 8.61

$10.60 GGP 7.94

$20.65 GGP 15.47

Wine (Bottle)

$10.65 GGP 7.98

$10.09 GGP 7.56

$13.31 GGP 9.97

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.40 GGP 1.80

$1.39 GGP 1.04

$3.95 GGP 2.96

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.20 GGP 1.65

$1.35 GGP 1.01

$3.38 GGP 2.53

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.08 GGP 1.56

$1.39 GGP 1.04

$2.77 GGP 2.08

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$33.56 GGP 25.14

$37.59 GGP 28.16

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$7.17 GGP 5.37

$5.74 GGP 4.30

$10.25 GGP 7.68

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$15.24 GGP 11.41

$13.86 GGP 10.38

$16.62 GGP 12.45

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.17 GGP 1.62

$1.83 GGP 1.37

$2.26 GGP 1.69

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

$34.0K GGP 25.5K

$32.7K GGP 24.5K

$40.8K GGP 30.6K

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

$50.6K GGP 37.9K

$40.7K GGP 30.5K

$50.6K GGP 37.9K

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

$217 GGP 162

$137 GGP 102

$353 GGP 264

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

$21.98 GGP 16.46

$21.32 GGP 15.97

$33.33 GGP 24.96

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$67.9 GGP 50.8

$53.4 GGP 39.97

$93.2 GGP 69.8

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$78.9 GGP 59.1

$41.14 GGP 30.81

$118 GGP 88.3

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$18.04 GGP 13.51

$6.76 GGP 5.07

$27.06 GGP 20.27

Cinema Ticket

$10.05 GGP 7.53

$9.38 GGP 7.03

$13.41 GGP 10.04

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

$2,264 GGP 1,696

$1,677 GGP 1,256

$2,683 GGP 2,010

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$18.4K GGP 13.8K

$16.3K GGP 12.2K

$20.4K GGP 15.3K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$92.6 GGP 69.3

$41.15 GGP 30.82

$110 GGP 82.2

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$32.76 GGP 24.54

$20.69 GGP 15.50

$41.38 GGP 30.99

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$94.9 GGP 71.1

$68.6 GGP 51.4

$117 GGP 87.4

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$95.8 GGP 71.8

$54.8 GGP 41.01

$137 GGP 103

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,217 GGP 1,661

$1,865 GGP 1,397

$2,625 GGP 1,966

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$2,093 GGP 1,567

$1,652 GGP 1,237

$2,478 GGP 1,856

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$3,378 GGP 2,530

$2,478 GGP 1,856

$4,129 GGP 3,093

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$3,113 GGP 2,332

$2,714 GGP 2,032

$4,070 GGP 3,049

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$11.7K GGP 8,784

$10.1K GGP 7,602

$13.5K GGP 10.1K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$8,840 GGP 6,621

$6,630 GGP 4,966

$10.6K GGP 7,945

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$4,769 GGP 3,572

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.07

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

Last update: March 1, 2026

By City in Guernsey

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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	Castel	8000		$103	$98.9	$274	$245	167.11	202.66
2	Saint Peter Port	18958	177	$1,123	$3,538	$2,850	$5,860	54.74	183.43
3	Saint Sampson	8966		$364	$2,390	$1,223	$1,087	263	186.51
4	Sark	562	32	$719	$647	$1,844	$3,458	63.31	150.28
5	Torteval	1017						60.42	179.74

Guernsey Median Internet Speeds (Updated January 2026)

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Cost of Living in Guernsey - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Guernsey tends to sit on the higher side when compared with many parts of Europe and the UK mainland, driven by housing and essential services. You’ll find strong value in safety, reliable infrastructure, and a welcoming, English-speaking environment that smooths daily transactions. You’ll want a flexible plan: longer stays, careful neighborhood choice, and a focus on seasonality to balance lodging, coworking, and routine spending. Tip: Start with a short stay in a few neighborhoods to test value and fit before committing long-term.

On a day-to-day level, the Guernsey living cost can fluctuate with the seasons and shipments, so watch how groceries, dining, and fuel shift. You’ll find a mix of compact flats in St Peter Port and village cottages, with agents helping you decode leases and renewal windows. Local markets offer fresh seafood and produce; supermarkets carry staples but some imports may carry premiums. Getting around favors buses, bikes, and short drives; ferries extend weekend trips to the UK. Co-working spaces, libraries, and cafes become reliable work hubs. Tip: plan errands in a single circular route to save time and avoid backtracking.

Quality of life here leans toward a balanced rhythm: compact geography, walkable centers, and coast access. For budgeting, adopt a simple framework: track essential categories, plan for seasonal spikes, and build a small cushion. Neighborhood fit matters: St Peter Port keeps amenities close, rural parishes offer tranquility, and the southeast coast feels practical for day trips. Save by cooking at home, using local markets, and choosing longer rental terms to reduce frequent moves. Seasonality affects crowds and services, so you may enjoy quieter winters and livelier summers. Tip: test several neighborhoods during different seasons to find the vibe that matches your work and social needs.