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Cost of Living Guide · Bonaire

Cost of Living Guide in Bonaire

Complete pricing for housing, food, transportation, and everyday expenses

Bonaire offers a moderately expensive cost of living within North America, with rent about 6.5% cheaper than the regional average but restaurant prices significantly higher than many regional benchmarks. Monthly expenses for a single person typically range from $2,000 for a minimalist lifestyle to $3,600 including rent, driven by imported goods and island logistics. It's positioned as relatively affordable compared to other Caribbean islands but higher than mainland North America averages.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$2,000 (modest apartment, local food, minimal transport like biking/walking)
Comfortable
$3,500–4,000 (decent apartment, mix of cooking and dining out, car, leisure)
Family of four
$7,000 (family home, imported groceries, car, activities for four)

Bonaire provides solid value for expats seeking Caribbean island life, with rent slightly below North America averages offsetting higher dining and import costs. It's a practical choice for divers and nomads prioritizing lifestyle over low expenses.

Economic & Living Costs in Bonaire
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

16-30 $
Avg: 23 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Meal for 2, Mid-range Restaurant (3-course)

80-140 $
Avg: 110 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

16-20 $
Avg: 18 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

5-10 $
Avg: 7.5 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1000-1100 $
Avg: 1050 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

800-950 $
Avg: 875 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

1600-2500 $
Avg: 2050 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1400-2200 $
Avg: 1800 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Gasoline (1L)

1.51-1.59 $
Avg: 1.55 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mortgage Interest Rate (20yr Fixed)

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Avg: N/A

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

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Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

N/A
Avg: N/A

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

N/A
Avg: N/A
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

1.82-2 $
Avg: 1.91 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Eggs (12)

4-8.39 $
Avg: 6.19 $
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)

N/A
Avg: N/A
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

N/A
Avg: N/A

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Cinema Ticket

12-16 $
Avg: 14 $

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

N/A
Avg: N/A
Last updated: 2025-11-09

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