Living in Barbados
Last updated on Jul 09, 2023
Summary: The approximate population of Barbados is 287,000 people. The largest cities in Barbados are Bridgetown, Speightstown, and Holetown. Expats love living in Barbados for its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and friendly people. Life in Barbados is often described as laid-back and relaxed. Popular foods in Barbados include flying fish, cou-cou (a cornmeal dish), and sweet potato pudding. The cons of living in Barbados include the high cost of living, limited job opportunities, and the lack of public transportation. The average cost of living for an expat is estimated to be around $2,500 to $3,500 per month in US dollars. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, and other expenses.
What are the pros and cons of living in Barbados?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Barbados responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Barbados often appreciate the island's laid-back atmosphere and stunning beaches. They also enjoy the warm climate and the friendly locals. Additionally, Barbados is known for its excellent infrastructure, making it easy to get around and access amenities. On the downside, the cost of living in Barbados can be quite high, and the island is prone to hurricanes during the summer months," remarked one expat in Barbados.
"relatively safe much too expensive blacks and whites seem to live and socialize in their own separate group and mostly avoid each other," explained one expat in Bridgetown.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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