Port Vila, Vanuatu 🇻🇺
#1084
-17.741497, 168.315016
Nomad Score:
55%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$450.75
$1,200.50
$80.25
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$75.30
$150.60
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$50.45
$75.75
$3.50
|
Per day for a temporary SIM card |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$300.80
$600.95
$25.00
|
Per day for basic meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$60.60
$120.90
$10.50
|
Per day for local transportation |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$100.40
$300.75
$35.00
|
Per day for dining out |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$50.00
$200.00
$40.00
|
Per day for activities and excursions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$30.20
$200.00
$5.00
|
Per day for travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$10.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Usually included in travel packages |
| Total |
$1,128.50
$2,899.45
$199.25
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$600.75
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$250.50
Includes basic amenities. Prices vary based on location and facilities.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.25
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$4.80
Local pubs may offer lower prices during happy hours.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$8.50
Local eateries offer affordable options, especially at lunch.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$9.75
Prices are consistent across major fast-food chains.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$2.90
Imported, prices may vary seasonally.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$1.80
Local bakeries might offer artisanal options at a premium.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$2.10
Price for fresh milk, imported milk might be higher.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$1.50
Local varieties are generally cheaper than imported brands.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$6.75
Locally sourced, prices may increase with demand.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$9.50
Imported beef may be more expensive, especially premium cuts.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$15.40
Varies significantly by brand and origin, with imported wines costing more.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$1.85
Base fare, additional charges apply for waiting time.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$0.90
Rates may vary slightly depending on time of day.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$40.00
Covers most urban routes but may not include inter-island travel.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$1.42
Price fluctuations due to international oil markets.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$20.30
Basic plan with limited data, higher plans offer more data and perks.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$75.60
Unlimited data plans; prices may vary with speed and provider.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$50.25
Includes access to standard facilities; specialty classes extra.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$12.50
Hourly rate; discounts may be available for club members.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$8.00
Standard admission; 3D movies may cost more.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$40.75
International brands cost more than local options.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$35.20
Prices vary by brand and material.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$60.45
Price for major brands; local brands are cheaper.
per pair