Cost of living in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago compared to Albany, New York, United States
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| Food | - 11% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 11% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 50 TT$ ($8) | $14 | - 47% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | 42 TT$ ($6) | $8 | - 20% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 26 TT$ ($3.88) | $3.51 | + 11% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 12 TT$ ($1.84) | $0.87 | + 113% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 28 TT$ ($4.24) | $2.54 | + 67% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 20 TT$ ($2.96) | $4.74 | - 38% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 49 TT$ ($7) | $7 | + 8% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 22 TT$ ($3.21) | $3.04 | + 6% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 8 TT$ ($1.23) | $1.59 | - 22% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 12 TT$ ($1.84) | $2.08 | - 11% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 153 TT$ ($23) | $14 | + 65% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | 11 TT$ ($1.65) | $1.74 | - 5% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 12 TT$ ($1.79) | $1.98 | - 10% | |
| Housing | - 17% | |||
| Housing in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 17% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | 11,083 TT$ ($1,650) | $1,463 | + 13% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | 5,512 TT$ ($820) | $1,143 | - 28% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 707 TT$ ($105) | $141 | - 26% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | 5,440 TT$ ($810) | $889 | - 9% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | 2,878 TT$ ($428) | $731 | - 41% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | 486 TT$ ($72) | $126 | - 42% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | 254 TT$ ($38) | $44 | - 13% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | 3,991 TT$ ($594) | $303 | + 96% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | 1,252 TT$ ($186) | $130 | + 44% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 93 TT$ ($14) | $9 | + 59% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 38 TT$ ($5.60) | $26 | - 78% | |
| Clothes | + 38% | |||
| Clothes in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 38% more expensive than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | 450 TT$ ($67) | $47 | + 42% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | 370 TT$ ($55) | $41 | + 33% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | 849 TT$ ($126) | $82 | + 55% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 776 TT$ ($116) | $82 | + 41% | |
| Transportation | - 4% | |||
| Transportation in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 4% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 246,985 TT$ ($36,763) | $24,752 | + 49% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 3.87 TT$ ($0.58) | $0.67 | - 15% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 322 TT$ ($48) | $61 | - 22% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | 44 TT$ ($7) | $15 | - 56% | |
| Personal Care | - 40% | |||
| Personal Care in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 40% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 38 TT$ ($5.62) | $9 | - 36% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 85 TT$ ($13) | $26 | - 51% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | 248 TT$ ($37) | $99 | - 63% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | 31 TT$ ($4.65) | $4.79 | - 3% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 29 TT$ ($4.34) | $3.26 | + 33% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 43 TT$ ($6) | $5.18 | + 23% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 13 TT$ ($1.93) | $3.32 | - 42% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 16 TT$ ($2.41) | $1.97 | + 22% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 53 TT$ ($8) | $23 | - 66% | |
| Entertainment | - 8% | |||
| Entertainment in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 8% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 322 TT$ ($48) | $47 | + 3% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 109 TT$ ($16) | $24 | - 33% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 281 TT$ ($42) | $136 | - 69% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 671 TT$ ($100) | $96 | + 4% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 58 TT$ ($9) | $11 | - 19% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 32 TT$ ($4.72) | $4.38 | + 8% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 14 TT$ ($2.08) | $6 | - 66% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | 4,257 TT$ ($634) | $429 | + 48% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 1.16 TT$ ($0.17) | $0.20 | - 14% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 333 TT$ ($50) | $40 | + 25% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | 33 TT$ ($4.94) | $11 | - 54% | |
| TOTAL | - 11% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 573 prices entered by 49 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 20, 2018.
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Cost of living in Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago) is 11% cheaper than in Albany, New York (United States)
For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require
$4,600
in Albany, New York
you would need to make just about $4,082
(27,424 TT$)
in Port of Spain.
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