Cost of Living in Saint Kitts and Nevis

Saint Kitts and Nevis offers a moderate cost of living compared to other Caribbean island nations. This guide provides an overview of typical expenses for residents and expatriates.

Housing

Housing costs vary significantly depending on location and property type:

• Rent (1-bedroom apartment in city center): XCD 1,500-3,000 per month
• Rent (1-bedroom apartment outside center): XCD 1,000-2,000 per month
• Rent (3-bedroom house): XCD 3,000-6,000 per month
• Purchase price (per sq meter in city center): XCD 4,000-8,000

Food and Groceries

Food costs are higher than in North America due to import dependence:

• Milk (1 liter): XCD 8-12
• Bread (loaf): XCD 5-8
• Rice (1 kg): XCD 4-7
• Chicken (1 kg): XCD 12-18
• Eggs (dozen): XCD 8-12
• Fresh fruits and vegetables: XCD 5-15 per kg

Transportation

• Local bus fare: XCD 2-5
• Taxi (per km): XCD 5-8
• Gasoline (per liter): XCD 4-6
• Car rental (per day): XCD 100-200

Utilities

• Electricity (monthly average): XCD 300-600
• Water (monthly average): XCD 50-100
• Internet (broadband): XCD 100-200 per month
• Mobile phone plan: XCD 50-150 per month

Healthcare

• Doctor visit (private): XCD 100-200
• Health insurance (monthly): XCD 200-500
• Dental cleaning: XCD 100-200

Education

• International school (annual): XCD 10,000-25,000
• Private preschool: XCD 5,000-10,000 per year

Other Expenses

• Dining out (mid-range restaurant): XCD 50-100 per person
• Gym membership: XCD 100-200 per month
• Domestic helper (full-time): XCD 1,000-2,000 per month