Cost of Living in Saint Lucia

Last updated on Mar 22, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Saint Lucia is generally considered to be moderate. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Saint Lucia can cost anywhere from $500 to $1,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $800 to $1,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Saint Lucia is usually around $20 to $30 per person.

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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Saint Lucia, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Saint Lucia is generally considered to be moderate. Prices for basic necessities such as food, transportation, and housing are generally lower than in many other Caribbean countries. However, imported goods and services can be more expensive due to the island's remote location. The cost of living in Saint Lucia is also affected by the exchange rate of the local currency, the Eastern Caribbean Dollar, which is pegged to the US Dollar," wrote a person living in Saint Lucia.

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