Saint Vincent and the Grenadines🌍
At a Glance
How Saint Vincent and the Grenadines compares across key indices
Cost of Living
63 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
35/100
Healthcare
53/100
Quality of Life
86/200
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Cost of Living
63
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
47
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
63
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
66
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Higher RiskHow safe residents feel in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
35/100
Crime Index
100/100
Lower is better
Walking Safety
0 point drop from day to night
Cities in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has 2 cities with Freedom Abroad estimates. Monthly costs for a single person range from $1,254 in Calliaqua to $1,421 in Kingstown. Calliaqua leads on safety, scoring 39/100. Calliaqua ranks highest for quality of life at 89/200.
Calliaqua
$1,254/mo
Calliaqua
39/100
Calliaqua
89/200
Kingstown
54/100
| City | Monthly Cost | Safety | Quality of Life | Healthcare | Pollution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingstown | $1,421 | 37/100 | 88/200 | 54/100 | 43 |
| Calliaqua | $1,254 | 39/100 | 89/200 | 49/100 | 40 |
Freedom Abroad estimates are modeled for a single person including rent. Pollution: lower score = cleaner air. Click column headers to sort.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Pollution Index
48/100
Lower is better
PM2.5
23.9ug/m3
Moderate
Environmental Quality
Based on 0 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a cost of living index of 63 relative to New York City (100). It is moderately affordable compared to the US. Monthly costs for a single person start around $1,421 in Kingstown.
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines safe for expats?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a safety index of 35/100, making it worth researching carefully before committing for expats and travellers. Among cities with data, Kingstown scores highest on safety at 37/100.
What is the best city in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines for expats and digital nomads?
Kingstown ranks highest for quality of life in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, scoring 88/200 in Freedom Abroad's modeled quality-of-life estimate. Monthly costs there run around $1,421/mo for a single person.
How good is healthcare in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines scores 53/100 in Freedom Abroad's modeled healthcare estimate, making it adequate by global standards. This estimate reflects open public indicators for health outcomes and system capacity.
Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines cheaper than the United States?
Yes. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines's cost of living is roughly 37% lower than New York City and generally cheaper than most major US cities. Rent specifically is around 53% cheaper. This makes it a popular destination for remote workers looking to stretch their dollar.
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