Suva, Fiji is Affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $921 for one person and $2284 for a family of four, including rent.
Overall living costs in Suva are 16% cheaper than the European benchmark.
Suva is 71% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Suva is, on average, 81% lower than in New York City.
Suva is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and rent & utilities. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.
The primary driver of costs in Suva is rent & utilities, which can place a strain on budgets. This factor significantly influences overall living expenses.
Food costs in Suva are 10% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable. This allows residents to enjoy a variety of local and international cuisines.
Public transport in Suva is 60% lower than the European benchmark, providing an economical option for getting around. This affordability encourages more residents to utilize public transport.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 4.78 $ |
| Dinner | 38.3 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 6.54 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.8 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.2 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1.44 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.29 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.64 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.04 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 3.16 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 12.5 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.7 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.79 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.91 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.38 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.13 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.1 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.32 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.2 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.55 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.9 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 9.2 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 2.1 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 8.13 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.1 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 23.4 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.28 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 5.01 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 13.9 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 5.18 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.25 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.63 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.84 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 42 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 64 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 27.3 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 372 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 739 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 700 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,618 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 683 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 322 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 1,53 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.86% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 27.3 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.2 $ |
| Haircut | 4.34 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 70.6 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 29.2 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 233 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 11,167 $ |