New Providence, Bahamas
New Providence, Bahamas
Last updated on May 08, 2023
Summary: People describe New Providence, Bahamas as a vibrant and beautiful island paradise. Expats love the laid-back atmosphere, the stunning beaches, and the friendly locals. The weather in New Providence is typically warm and sunny, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit. The average cost of living for an expat is estimated to be around $2,000 to $3,000 per month. The cost of a one bedroom apartment is typically around $1,000 to $1,500 per month, while a two bedroom apartment can range from $1,500 to $2,500 per month. The approximate population of New Providence is around 250,000 people.
What do I need to know about living in New Providence?
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to New Providence, they said:
"Really take a close look at the cost of living before deciding. Everything is much more expensive here then it would be in most parts of the world. As an example a car here will cost about double the value in the USA. If you import it they add 75-80% duty on the value they determine (along with all the freight costs it quickly gets to 100% on top of the value) and if you purchase here the prices are already about double the price in the USA to begin with. Rent, Water and electricity are also very expensive here. This is not a location you would come to in order to lower your cost of living and "stretch" your salary but if you can afford the high cost of living the weather, beaches and people are quite inviting," remarked one expat living in New Providence, Bahamas.
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Interested in expat health insurance? Take a minute to get quotes from our partner, International Citizens Insurance, a trusted expat health insurance broker. They will provide you with comparison quotes from some of the biggest expat health insurers: Cigna, Allianz, IMG and GeoBlue.
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About the Author
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.
Additional Information:
- Expat Guide to New Providence
- Cost of Living in New Providence
- Essential Guide to the Health System in New Providence
- The Essential Guide to New Providence, Bahamas
- Healthcare & Health Insurance in Bahamas
- Best Places to Live in Bahamas
- Tips for Expats Driving in Nassau
- Pros and Cons of Living in Bahamas 2023
- 2023 Guide to Moving to Bahamas
