Grenada flagCost of Living Guide

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

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

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

120-500 XCD
Avg: 310 XCD

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

20-40 XCD
Avg: 30 XCD

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

5-9 XCD
Avg: 7 XCD
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

1200-2500 XCD
Avg: 1850 XCD

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

750-1715.68 XCD
Avg: 1232.84 XCD

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

2000-5000 XCD
Avg: 3500 XCD

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

1200-3119.42 XCD
Avg: 2159.71 XCD
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

2.5-5 XCD
Avg: 3.75 XCD

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

11.02-34 XCD
Avg: 22.51 XCD

Monthly Transport Pass

100-131.02 XCD
Avg: 115.51 XCD

Gasoline (1L)

2.92-4.23 XCD
Avg: 3.57 XCD
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

457.47-815 XCD
Avg: 636.23 XCD

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

100-150 XCD
Avg: 125 XCD

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

50-120 XCD
Avg: 85 XCD
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

6-17.5 XCD
Avg: 11.75 XCD

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

3.12-8 XCD
Avg: 5.56 XCD

Eggs (12)

4.5-15 XCD
Avg: 9.75 XCD

Local Cheese (1kg)

10-44.09 XCD
Avg: 27.05 XCD
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

50-125 XCD
Avg: 87.5 XCD

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

46.79-65.6 XCD
Avg: 56.19 XCD

Cinema Ticket

25-30 XCD
Avg: 27.5 XCD

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

150-900 XCD
Avg: 525 XCD
Last updated: 2026-04-03