Guadeloupe flagCost of Living Guide

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

Guadeloupe offers a moderately affordable cost of living within North America, with rent about 7.6% cheaper than the regional average and groceries close to North American levels. It's a French overseas department, blending Caribbean lifestyle with European standards, appealing to expats and digital nomads seeking island living without extreme costs. No home country comparison available.

Estimated Monthly Budget

Frugal
$1,100–1,400 USD (€950–1,210) — local markets, public transport, shared or modest outskirts housing.
Comfortable
$2,000–2,500 USD (€1,730–2,160) — central 1BR, mix of home cooking and dining out, reliable internet.
Family of four
$4,500–5,500 USD (€3,890–4,750) — 3BR housing, car, international schooling options, imported goods.

Guadeloupe provides solid value with rent 7.6% below North America averages, ideal for expats balancing tropical paradise with manageable expenses. No home country data for direct comparison.

Economic & Living Costs in Guadeloupe
Food & Dining Costs

Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant

15-20 €
Avg: 17.5 €

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

60-90 €
Avg: 75 €

McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)

13 €
Avg: 13 €

Domestic Beer (0.5L draught)

6-7 €
Avg: 6.5 €
Housing & Real Estate Costs

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

500-1000 €
Avg: 750 €

Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside Centre

600-800 €
Avg: 700 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre

1100-2500 €
Avg: 1800 €

Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside Centre

900-2200 €
Avg: 1550 €
Transportation Costs

One-way Ticket (Local Transport)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

11.55-17 €
Avg: 14.28 €

Monthly Transport Pass

N/A
Avg: N/A

Gasoline (1L)

1.76-1.85 €
Avg: 1.81 €
Utilities & Communications Costs

Utilities for 85m² Apartment

68-150 €
Avg: 109 €

Internet (60 Mbps+, Unlimited)

49-50 €
Avg: 49.5 €

Mobile Plan (10GB+ Data)

10 €
Avg: 10 €
Grocery Costs

Milk (1L)

0.99-1.5 €
Avg: 1.25 €

Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)

3.65-7.5 €
Avg: 5.58 €

Eggs (12)

4.39-10 €
Avg: 7.2 €

Local Cheese (1kg)

9.56-12 €
Avg: 10.78 €
Entertainment & Sports Costs

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee

N/A
Avg: N/A

Tennis Court (1 hour, weekend)

N/A
Avg: N/A

Cinema Ticket

N/A
Avg: N/A

Preschool / Kindergarten (monthly, private)

50 €
Avg: 50 €
Last updated: 2026-04-03