Cost of Living in Trinidad And Tobago - Updated Prices & Insights

Name: Trinidad And Tobago
Address: TT

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $915 (excluding rent), and $1,388 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,240 (excluding rent), and $3,145 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$8.82 TTD 59.6

$5.87 TTD 39.71

$17.63 TTD 119

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$75.1 TTD 507

$52.5 TTD 355

$120 TTD 812

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$7.33 TTD 49.52

$6.59 TTD 44.56

$8.79 TTD 59.4

Cappuccino

$3.50 TTD 23.69

$1.44 TTD 9.74

$6.47 TTD 43.75

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

$1.01 TTD 6.83

$0.86 TTD 5.85

$1.44 TTD 9.72

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.80 TTD 5.43

$0.76 TTD 5.15

$1.22 TTD 8.22

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$1.75 TTD 11.85

$1.47 TTD 9.91

$2.93 TTD 19.82

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.99 TTD 20.22

$2.54 TTD 17.14

$4.49 TTD 30.32

Milk (1 liter)

$2.34 TTD 15.79

$1.88 TTD 12.74

$3.19 TTD 21.56

White Bread (500g)

$2.37 TTD 16.04

$1.89 TTD 12.78

$3.20 TTD 21.62

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.81 TTD 18.97

$1.49 TTD 10.10

$3.95 TTD 26.67

Eggs

$4.33 TTD 29.27

$2.68 TTD 18.15

$6.27 TTD 42.36

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.01 TTD 54.1

$3.77 TTD 25.48

$14.94 TTD 101

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$9.41 TTD 63.6

$3.74 TTD 25.31

$14.96 TTD 101

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$9.52 TTD 64.3

$4.09 TTD 27.63

$22.63 TTD 153

Apples (1kg)

$4.92 TTD 33.26

$2.21 TTD 14.91

$7.77 TTD 52.5

Banana (1kg)

$2.43 TTD 16.45

$1.46 TTD 9.90

$4.51 TTD 30.50

Oranges (1kg)

$3.42 TTD 23.14

$1.72 TTD 11.64

$6.34 TTD 42.86

Tomato (1kg)

$4.53 TTD 30.59

$1.46 TTD 9.86

$7.14 TTD 48.25

Potato (1kg)

$1.47 TTD 9.97

$0.75 TTD 5.05

$2.99 TTD 20.21

Onion (1kg)

$1.43 TTD 9.67

$0.66 TTD 4.49

$2.27 TTD 15.34

Lettuce (1 head)

$1.64 TTD 11.06

$0.91 TTD 6.15

$2.27 TTD 15.35

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.26 TTD 8.51

$0.75 TTD 5.08

$1.80 TTD 12.14

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$5.39 TTD 36.41

$4.43 TTD 29.93

$6.63 TTD 44.83

Wine (Bottle)

$17.59 TTD 119

$13.19 TTD 89.2

$25.65 TTD 173

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$2.06 TTD 13.92

$1.46 TTD 9.86

$2.71 TTD 18.31

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.88 TTD 19.47

$2.20 TTD 14.91

$3.67 TTD 24.84

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$1.06 TTD 7.16

$0.61 TTD 4.10

$1.82 TTD 12.30

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$100 TTD 677

$43.85 TTD 296

$175 TTD 1,186

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$1.05 TTD 7.08

$0.91 TTD 6.12

$1.51 TTD 10.18

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$0.92 TTD 6.20

$0.77 TTD 5.21

$1.53 TTD 10.35

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$14.71 TTD 99.5

$8.83 TTD 59.7

$14.71 TTD 99.5

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.08 TTD 7.29

$0.87 TTD 5.85

$1.17 TTD 7.91

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

$34.9K TTD 235.8K

$26.9K TTD 181.8K

$43.6K TTD 294.8K

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

$38.1K TTD 257.9K

$33.8K TTD 228.6K

$44.1K TTD 298.2K

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

$81.1 TTD 548

$51.0 TTD 344

$146 TTD 984

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

$45.07 TTD 305

$37.28 TTD 252

$59.7 TTD 403

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$53.9 TTD 364

$43.93 TTD 297

$82.0 TTD 554

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$49.50 TTD 335

$37.02 TTD 250

$59.2 TTD 400

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$15.19 TTD 103

$7.51 TTD 50.8

$30.05 TTD 203

Cinema Ticket

$8.91 TTD 60.2

$7.42 TTD 50.2

$11.14 TTD 75.3

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

$274 TTD 1,855

$181 TTD 1,221

$602 TTD 4,069

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$7,333 TTD 49.6K

$2,226 TTD 15.0K

$13.2K TTD 89.6K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$58.2 TTD 393

$29.69 TTD 201

$89.1 TTD 602

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.68 TTD 289

$15.06 TTD 102

$67.8 TTD 458

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$111 TTD 750

$59.2 TTD 400

$222 TTD 1,500

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$91.3 TTD 617

$43.71 TTD 296

$175 TTD 1,182

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$574 TTD 3,879

$415 TTD 2,807

$741 TTD 5,012

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$396 TTD 2,680

$297 TTD 2,006

$519 TTD 3,511

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,038 TTD 7,017

$581 TTD 3,927

$2,178 TTD 14.7K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$775 TTD 5,242

$524 TTD 3,544

$1,348 TTD 9,112

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,472 TTD 23.5K

$1,562 TTD 10.6K

$4,462 TTD 30.2K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$1,688 TTD 11.4K

$1,102 TTD 7,451

$2,204 TTD 14.9K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$833 TTD 5,630

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

5.84

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

Last update: February 28, 2026

By City in Trinidad And Tobago

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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	Arima	-	59	$665	$1,148	$2,157	$2,725	237.92	203.48
2	Arouca	-	47	$778	$939	$2,335	$2,297	1.65	211.03
3	Carenage	-	47	$731	$921	$2,567	$2,352	125.21	199.01
4	Chaguanas	83489	64	$925	$1,256	$2,009	$2,789	92.38	218
5	Couva	48858	66	$742	$1,310	$2,523	$2,808	93.94	210.18
6	Curepe	-	66	$687	$1,297	$1,788	$3,331	250.82	211.03
7	Diego Martin	-	72	$834	$1,434	$1,975	$3,379	83.92	199.01
8	Marabella	-	47	$902	$947	$2,176	$2,308	30.4	203.45
9	Port of Spain	37074	79	$1,002	$1,595	$2,601	$3,974	129.29	174.01
10	Princes Town	-	55	$901	$1,104	$2,071	$2,490	263.39	188.61
11	Rio Claro	-	43	$829	$851	$1,864	$2,133	216.72	144.61
12	Saint Joseph	-						88.47	211.03
13	San Fernando	55419	61	$732	$1,207	$2,256	$2,749	40.81	203.45
14	San Juan	-	68	$853	$1,352	$2,251	$2,877	60.59	209
15	Sangre Grande	-	58	$1,023	$1,157	$1,910	$2,509	54.32	193.87
16	Siparia	-	42	$731	$840	$1,930	$2,192	147.01	191.58
17	St.James	-	47	$902	$924	$2,460	$2,302	174.13	174.01
18	Tacarigua	-	57	$646	$1,157	$1,616	$2,841	41.53	211.03
19	Tobago	54000	56	$870	$1,133	$1,877	$2,563	52.97	191.15
20	Trinidad	1363958	70	$769	$1,418	$2,598	$3,252	61.23	210.18
21	Tunapuna	-	61	$759	$1,233	$1,813	$2,760	327.2	211.03

Trinidad And Tobago 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.

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Cost of Living in Trinidad And Tobago - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Trinidad And Tobago tends to offer a balanced Caribbean lifestyle without the price pressure you might see in some nearby destinations. Expect value where you explore local markets, eateries, and community events; those options can keep daily costs manageable, especially if you favor self-catering and street-food picks. In contrast, premium services, international brands, and certain seaside or capital-area options can push up expenses. The real value comes from choosing neighborhoods with a mix of amenities, accessible transport, and opportunities for remote work or short-term stays. Utilities and cooling can tilt monthly bills in warm weather, so plan your space accordingly. Tip: compare a few areas for vibe and convenience before committing.

Expect a mix of affordable local options and convenience-driven choices. When housing, you’ll find a spectrum from compact apartments in city cores to breezy homes in suburban pockets; lease terms often favor longer commitments, but short stays are possible. Food spans vibrant street food, markets, and supermarkets; local produce can keep groceries friendly, though some imports may lift prices. For transport, public buses and Maxi taxis exist, with rideshares and car rentals as flexible options. Errands revolve around market hours, while infrastructure in some areas supports walkable living. Understanding Trinidad And Tobago living cost helps you budget day by day. Tip: map a few go-to neighborhoods to compare costs and vibes.

Quality of life rises from a mix of outdoor access, cultural events, and a welcoming community; practical budgeting comes from a simple framework: identify fixed costs like housing and utilities, then manage flexible expenses like dining and transport. Seasonality can shift activity and crowd levels, so you may enjoy quieter periods for housing hunts or coworking spaces. When scouting neighborhoods, consider proximity to groceries, healthcare, and safe outdoor spaces, plus a vibe that matches your pace, whether you want nightlife, beaches, or quieter residential streets. Tip: try short-term stays in a few areas to feel the daily rhythm before committing.