In Apia, Samoa, living costs about $661 per month for one person and $2766 for a family of four, including rent.
Apia is 40% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Apia is 71% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Apia is, on average, 90% lower than in New York City.
Apia is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The main driver of costs in Apia is rent and utilities, which can be significant for residents. This can make living in the city challenging without a stable income.
Food prices in Apia are 14% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable for residents. This can help ease the overall cost of living.
Public transport in Apia is 59% lower than the European benchmark, offering a cost-effective option for getting around. This affordability contributes to the overall value of living in the city.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 4.19 $ |
| Dinner | 73.8 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 9.97 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 5.51 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.66 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.18 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.8 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 0.73 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.21 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.79 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.26 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.37 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 7.38 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.16 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.29 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.6 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.21 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.99 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.07 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.65 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.39 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 7.79 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.39 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.85 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.52 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 20.1 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 1.09 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 7.55 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 21.7 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.22 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.17 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.56 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.31 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 42 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 64 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 26.2 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 170 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,716 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 243 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 486 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,42 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 89 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 439 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 11.75% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 23.8 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.77 $ |
| Haircut | 4.82 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 70.3 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 46.7 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 15 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 4,397 $ |