Apia, Samoa πΌπΈ
#1128
-13.834463, -171.764914
Nomad Score:
54%
Cost Breakdown
Category | Notes | |
---|---|---|
π Housing |
$350.00
$800.00
$70.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
π Utilities |
$60.00
$120.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
πΆ Internet & Mobile |
$40.00
$100.00
$3.50
|
Daily cost for mobile data |
π Groceries |
$250.00
$450.00
$15.00
|
Per day for basic meals |
π Transportation |
$50.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for taxis or rental bikes |
π½οΈ Dining Out |
$100.00
$300.00
$25.00
|
Per day for meals at restaurants |
ποΈ Leisure Activities |
$30.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Daily cost for activities and excursions |
π₯ Health Insurance |
$15.00
$200.00
$0.00
|
Covered by travel insurance |
π Visa & Legal Fees |
$5.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Short-term tourist visas are often free or included |
Total |
$900.00
$2,320.00
$143.50
|
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
π’ Apartment (1 bedroom)
$550.75
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
π» Coworking Space
$120.45
Not many options available; prices can vary slightly based on amenities.
per month
β Coffee
$3.25
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
πΊ Beer
$4.10
Local beers are cheaper; imported options can cost more.
per pint
π½οΈ Meal (Inexpensive)
$7.35
Simple meals at local eateries.
per meal
π Fast Food Combo
$8.95
Standard fast food chains.
per meal
π Apples
$4.50
Imported, hence higher price.
per kg
π Bread
$1.85
Locally baked; price can vary slightly.
per loaf
π₯ Milk
$1.75
Imported brands are slightly more expensive.
per liter
π Rice
$1.10
Local varieties are cheaper.
per kg
π₯© Chicken Fillets
$5.85
Local produce; prices can vary.
per kg
π Beef
$9.25
Imported beef tends to be more expensive.
per kg
π₯ Wine (Mid-range)
$12.30
Imported wines; local options are limited.
per bottle
π Taxi Start
$3.00
Initial charge upon getting into the taxi.
per trip
π Taxi per km
$1.25
Standard rate per kilometer.
per km
π Monthly Transport Pass
$30.00
Limited availability; mostly in urban areas.
per month
π Gasoline
$1.45
Prices fluctuate with global oil market.
per liter
𧴠Mobile Plan
$25.50
Basic plan with limited data.
per month
π» Internet (60 Mbps+)
$55.00
Reliable providers; prices vary by package.
per month
ποΈ Gym Membership
$40.70
Varies by facility and amenities offered.
per month
πΎ Tennis Court (Weekend)
$10.00
Per hour rate; booking in advance recommended.
per hour
ποΈ Cinema Ticket
$7.50
Standard ticket price for adults.
per ticket
π Jeans
$35.00
International brands; local options cheaper.
per pair
π Summer Dress
$25.50
Local boutiques; prices vary with style.
per dress
π Running Shoes
$60.00
Brand name shoes; local brands are cheaper.
per pair