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Cost of Living in Sint Maarten

Name: Sint Maarten
Address: SX

Across Sint Maarten, living costs for one person average $3,829 a month, including rent and utilities, which take more than two thirds of the total. Other living expenses average about $37 a day.

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Monthly Cost of Living

How much you'll spend in Sint Maarten

Real prices from locals and on-the-ground checks – rent, groceries, transit and the daily extras. Here's what a month in Sint Maarten actually costs, broken down by who's living it.

Average monthly costs for a single person come to about $3,829 including rent across Sint Maarten.

$3,829 /mo

Estimated average monthly cost for a couple: $6,696 including rent across Sint Maarten.

$6,696 /mo

Average monthly costs for a family of three come to about $9,563 including rent across Sint Maarten.

$9,563 /mo

Living costs in Sint Maarten vary widely – from $2,299 in the most affordable city to $3,856 in the most expensive one, spanning a $1,557 range across 3 cities.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$16.93 ANG 30.31

$14.94 ANG 26.75

$19.92 ANG 35.66

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$74.3 ANG 133

$69.3 ANG 124

$139 ANG 248

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$9.84 ANG 17.62

$8.61 ANG 15.42

$10.83 ANG 19.38

Cappuccino

$4.46 ANG 7.99

$2.98 ANG 5.33

$4.96 ANG 8.88

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

$3.03 ANG 5.43

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.53 ANG 6.32

$3.03 ANG 5.42

$5.04 ANG 9.03

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$3.96 ANG 7.09

$2.97 ANG 5.32

$7.92 ANG 14.18

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$5.42 ANG 9.71

$3.94 ANG 7.06

$7.89 ANG 14.12

Milk (1 liter)

$3.47 ANG 6.21

$1.98 ANG 3.55

$4.95 ANG 8.87

White Bread (500g)

$2.77 ANG 4.96

$2.02 ANG 3.61

$3.53 ANG 6.31

Rice (white) (1kg)

$3.02 ANG 5.41

$2.02 ANG 3.61

$4.03 ANG 7.22

Eggs

$5.19 ANG 9.30

$2.82 ANG 5.04

$7.25 ANG 12.97

Local Cheese (1kg)

$20.80 ANG 37.22

$12.07 ANG 21.61

$25.15 ANG 45.02

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$14.73 ANG 26.37

$10.04 ANG 17.98

$18.08 ANG 32.36

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$16.38 ANG 29.31

$12.03 ANG 21.54

$22.06 ANG 39.49

Apples (1kg)

$5.22 ANG 9.34

$3.57 ANG 6.38

$7.13 ANG 12.77

Banana (1kg)

$5.19 ANG 9.29

$2.04 ANG 3.66

$8.17 ANG 14.62

Oranges (1kg)

$8.80 ANG 15.75

$3.91 ANG 7.00

$11.73 ANG 21.00

Tomato (1kg)

$7.54 ANG 13.50

$3.09 ANG 5.52

$8.23 ANG 14.73

Potato (1kg)

$4.37 ANG 7.83

$3.03 ANG 5.42

$5.05 ANG 9.04

Onion (1kg)

$3.73 ANG 6.68

$3.05 ANG 5.46

$4.07 ANG 7.28

Lettuce (1 head)

$4.02 ANG 7.19

$3.01 ANG 5.39

$5.02 ANG 8.99

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.43 ANG 2.56

$0.81 ANG 1.45

$2.03 ANG 3.63

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$8.07 ANG 14.45

Wine (Bottle)

$11.07 ANG 19.81

$15.09 ANG 27.02

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$4.90 ANG 8.78

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.73 ANG 3.11

$1.49 ANG 2.66

$1.98 ANG 3.55

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$2.93 ANG 5.24

$1.46 ANG 2.62

$2.93 ANG 5.24

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$1.54 ANG 2.75

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$19.67 ANG 35.20

$9.83 ANG 17.60

$19.67 ANG 35.20

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.32 ANG 2.37

$1.23 ANG 2.21

$1.41 ANG 2.52

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

$385 ANG 689

$149 ANG 266

$610 ANG 1,092

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

$38.32 ANG 68.6

$19.99 ANG 35.79

$44.98 ANG 80.5

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$77.0 ANG 138

$50.5 ANG 90.4

$101 ANG 181

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$66.5 ANG 119

$49.84 ANG 89.2

$74.8 ANG 134

Cinema Ticket

$8.90 ANG 15.92

$7.91 ANG 14.15

$14.83 ANG 26.54

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

$580 ANG 1,039

$249 ANG 445

$995 ANG 1,781

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$12.3K ANG 22.0K

$11.2K ANG 20.1K

$13.5K ANG 24.1K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$49.21 ANG 88.1

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$40.03 ANG 71.7

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$99.5 ANG 178

$79.6 ANG 143

$119 ANG 214

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$60.8 ANG 109

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,278 ANG 4,078

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$2,310 ANG 4,134

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$6,446 ANG 11.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$6,410 ANG 11.5K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$11.9K ANG 21.2K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$1,138 ANG 2,036

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

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

Last update: October 31, 2026

Monthly budget structure

Share of the monthly basket for one person, rent included.

Sint Maarten $3,829

Accommodation & Living

$2.3K 60.3%

Groceries & Markets

$515 13.4%

Monthly Utilities & Internet

$500 13.1%

Eating Out

$275 7.2%

Clothing & Footwear

$112 2.9%

Sport & Entertainment

$84 2.2%

Getting Around

$33 * 0.9%

Categories marked with * are only partly priced – their share counts the items that do have prices.

Cost Breakdown

Average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in the city center: $2,230 in Sint Maarten. For reference, capital rent is $2,120 in Philipsburg, and $2,281 in Marigot.

National average salary: $1,137. With average costs at $3,829, it doesn’t cover a typical monthly budget. Expats and remote workers with foreign income benefit most.

Expect to spend about $328 monthly on groceries. Dining out at a mid-range restaurant averages $100 for two.

In Philipsburg (capital), expect about $3,119 per month, while Marigot offers the lowest costs at $2,299 – which city you pick has a tangible effect on the budget.

Cost Highlights

Overall cost of living ($3,829) is 183% above the global median of $1,352.

Average rent ($2,230) is 236% above the global median of $664.

Dinner for two at a restaurant ($100) is 113% above the global median of $47.

Public transport ($1) is 97% below the global median of $33.

Good to know

🕒 Local time

11:22 11:22 AM

🌤 Weather

👥 Population

43,847

💱 Currency

Netherlands Antillean Guilder ANG ƒ

📈 Exchange rate

1 ANG = 0.559 USD

1 ANG = 0.497 EUR

Exchange rates and currency converter

By City in Sint Maarten

Lowest

Highest

Rank	City	Population	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	Marigot	36286	$18.83	$2,299	$34.52	$6,550	19.46	108.77
2	Philipsburg	1900	$959	$3,119	$2,377	$9,141	97.82	76.1
3	Simpson Bay	6000	$1,121	$3,856	$3,007	$9,222	149.01	84.49

Sint Maarten Median Internet Speeds (Updated April 2026)

Mobile

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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.

Digital Nomad Cost of Living Index

Cost of Living in Sint Maarten - Frequently Asked Questions

Overall affordability on Sint Maarten has its highs and lows, depending on neighborhood, lifestyle, and timing. Cost of Living in Sint Maarten is influenced by import-heavy goods, tourism seasons, and the island’s split Dutch/French setup. Expect dining and accommodation to skew higher in peak tourist months or near Philipsburg and Maho Beach, while offbeat districts and longer-term stays can offer more breathing room. It’s common to balance nicer amenities with budget options like local markets, bakeries, and shared workspaces. Practical budgeting, flexible housing terms, and choosing a longer stay away from the resort zones can improve value. Tip: map your priorities and compare a few neighborhoods before committing.

Daily life on Sint Maarten blends island charm with practical budgeting. Housing search typically centers on rental apartments or small villas, with options ranging from busy tourist zones to residential neighborhoods on both sides of the border. Food choices cover vibrant markets, local stalls, and a mix of regional and imported groceries; cooking at home usually beats frequent dining out. Transport is flexible: bikes, scooters, ride-hailing, or short drives between neighborhoods. Completing errands and coworking can be easy in larger towns, but plan for occasional queues at security and customs checkpoints near the border. Sint Maarten living cost varies by area. Tip: build a short list of essential errands and compare nearby areas to optimize time and travel costs.

Quality of life depends on alignment between expectations and reality. Use a simple budgeting framework: separate essentials, lifestyle flexibility, and a small buffer, then adjust as seasons shift and new neighborhoods are explored. On Sint Maarten, choose a base that balances safety, walkability, and access to beaches or coworking spaces. Factor services like healthcare, banking, and language needs into the plan. Seasonality affects crowds, service hours, and the vibe in different areas, so consider staying longer in shoulder periods for better housing options. Neighborhood fit also means testing commutes, noise levels, and community feel. Tip: set monthly milestones and re-evaluate after a couple of weeks to stay adaptable.

As of 2026, living expenses in Sint Maarten span $2,299 to $3,856 monthly. Which city you choose has a big effect on your budget.

Sint Maarten covers a wide cost spectrum. As of 2026, monthly expenses run from about $2,299 in budget-friendly smaller cities to $3,856 in the priciest areas. The gap is big enough to meaningfully affect lifestyle for anyone on a fixed income.