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Cost of Living Guide in Grenada

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

Grenada offers a moderately affordable cost of living, 3.2% higher overall (including rent) than the North America average, driven by consumer prices that are 19.0% higher while rents are 47.3% lower than the regional average. It positions as a budget-friendly Caribbean option for expats and digital nomads, especially when prioritizing local goods over imports. Housing and utilities form the bulk of expenses in popular areas like St. George's and Grand Anse.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
EC$2,000–3,000 (USD$740–1,110) — local food, public transport, basic outside-center housing
Comfortable
EC$4,000–7,000 (USD$1,480–2,600) — city-center 1BR, mix of local/imported groceries, occasional dining, reliable internet
Family of four
EC$8,000–14,000 (USD$3,000–5,200) — 3BR beach-area home, imported goods, car, international schooling extras

Grenada delivers strong value for expat lifestyles with rents 47.3% below the North America average offsetting slightly higher consumer prices, ideal for those earning foreign income. It's particularly appealing for digital nomads seeking affordable Caribbean living without home country comparisons available.

Economic & Living Costs in Grenada
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

15-40 XCD
Avg: 27.5 XCD
+10.0% vs 3 months ago

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

120-500 XCD
Avg: 310 XCD
+3.3% vs 3 months ago

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

20-40 XCD
Avg: 30 XCD
-0.9% vs 3 months ago

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

5-9 XCD
Avg: 7 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1200-2500 XCD
Avg: 1850 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

750-1715.68 XCD
Avg: 1232.84 XCD
-6.6% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

2000-5000 XCD
Avg: 3500 XCD
-30.7% vs 3 months ago

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1200-3119.42 XCD
Avg: 2159.71 XCD
-17.7% vs 3 months ago
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

2.5-5 XCD
Avg: 3.75 XCD
+25.0% vs 3 months ago

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

11.02-34 XCD
Avg: 22.51 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Monthly Transport Pass

100-131.02 XCD
Avg: 115.51 XCD

Gasoline (1L)

2.92-4.23 XCD
Avg: 3.57 XCD
-2.2% vs 3 months ago
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

457.47-815 XCD
Avg: 636.23 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

100-150 XCD
Avg: 125 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

50-120 XCD
Avg: 85 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

6-17.5 XCD
Avg: 11.75 XCD
+5.1% vs 3 months ago

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

3.12-8 XCD
Avg: 5.56 XCD
-0.6% vs 3 months ago

Eggs (12)

4.5-15 XCD
Avg: 9.75 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Local Cheese (1kg)

10-44.09 XCD
Avg: 27.05 XCD
-1.1% vs 3 months ago
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

50-125 XCD
Avg: 87.5 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

46.79-65.6 XCD
Avg: 56.19 XCD
+15.0% vs 3 months ago

Cinema Ticket

25-30 XCD
Avg: 27.5 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

150-900 XCD
Avg: 525 XCD
0.0% vs 3 months ago
Last updated: 2026-04-03

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