Key Cost of Living Data
| Category | Index | Est. USD | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of Living | 64.0 | 36% cheaper than NYC | Moderate |
| Rent (1-bed city) | 28.0 | $895/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Groceries | 66.0 | $275/mo/mo est. | Moderate |
| Restaurants | 52.0 | $10/meal est. | Moderate |
| Local Purch. Power | 0 | ×1.56 expat stretch | |
| GNI per Capita | $29.7k | World Bank PPP | |
| Inflation Rate | 2.5% | Annual 2026 |
Housing & Rent
Rent in Antigua and Barbuda is well below the NYC baseline (Rent Index 28.0). A 1-bedroom apartment in a major city centre costs around $895/month, dropping to $590/month outside the centre. Three-bedroom apartments typically run $1,540+/month centrally.
| Type | USD / month | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed, city centre | $895/mo | Capital city avg. |
| 1-bed, suburbs | $590/mo | Outside centre |
| 3-bed, city centre | $1,540/mo | Family / shared |
| Utilities (85m²) | $95/mo | Electricity, gas, water |
Food & Dining
Food in Antigua and Barbuda is budget-friendly. An inexpensive restaurant meal costs around $10/person; a mid-range dinner for two runs $84. Monthly grocery spending for one person averages $275.
| Item | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | $10 | Per person |
| Meal for 2, mid-range | $42 | 3-course |
| Monthly groceries (single) | $275/mo | Estimated |
| Beer (0.5L, restaurant) | $1.60 | Local brand |
| Coffee / espresso | $2.24 | Local café |
Transport
A monthly public transport pass in Antigua and Barbuda costs roughly $85. Taxis and ride-hailing are affordable, making day-to-day mobility manageable for most expats.
| Type | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly transit pass | $64/mo | Public transport |
| Taxi per km | $1.28/km | Avg. rate |
| Petrol (1L) | $1.02/L | Regular fuel |
| Internet speed | 27.0 Mbps | Moderate |
Healthcare & Quality of Life
Key Insight
Antigua and Barbuda has a GNI per capita of $29.7k (PPP) against a CoL Index of 64.0. Cost and income levels are broadly aligned with regional peers. Current inflation is moderate at 2.5%, keeping costs relatively stable.
Our Verdict for Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda offers strong value for money at CoL 64.0 — significantly below NYC and most Western cities. Digital nomads and expats from high-cost countries benefit most from this gap.
Best for
- Digital nomads & remote workers on foreign income
- Budget-conscious expats maximising lifestyle quality
May not suit
- Remote workers on tight budgets — costs still add up
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