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| Food | + 83% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Nassau (Bahamas) is 83% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | B$26 ($26) | $12 | + 125% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | B$7 ($7) | $7 | + 9% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | B$6 ($6) | $3.19 | + 89% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | B$3.93 ($3.93) | $0.65 | + 508% | |
| 12 eggs, large | B$4.85 ($4.85) | $2.43 | + 100% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | B$4.26 ($4.25) | $3.38 | + 26% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | B$6 ($6) | $4.54 | + 42% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | B$4.92 ($4.91) | $3.36 | + 46% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | B$4.03 ($4.03) | $1.21 | + 232% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | B$3.00 ($3.00) | $2.89 | + 4% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | B$22 ($22) | $12 | + 82% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | B$3.60 ($3.60) | $1.87 | + 92% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | B$3.19 ($3.19) | $1.52 | + 109% | |
| Housing | + 50% | |||
| Housing in Nassau (Bahamas) is 50% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | B$2,515 ($2,514) | $1,389 | + 81% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | B$1,530 ($1,529) | $1,022 | + 50% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | B$379 ($379) | $167 | + 127% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | B$1,255 ($1,254) | $1,022 | + 23% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | B$754 ($754) | $628 | + 20% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | B$286 ($285) | $87 | + 229% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | B$45 ($45) | $36 | + 25% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | B$720 ($720) | $317 | + 127% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | B$237 ($237) | $128 | + 85% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | B$12 ($12) | $8 | + 46% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | B$12 ($12) | $19 | - 39% | |
| Clothes | + 73% | |||
| Clothes in Nassau (Bahamas) is 73% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | B$75 ($75) | $45 | + 66% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | B$52 ($52) | $29 | + 82% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | B$115 ($115) | $75 | + 54% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | B$113 ($113) | $68 | + 67% | |
| Transportation | + 35% | |||
| Transportation in Nassau (Bahamas) is 35% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | B$35,915 ($35,906) | $20,263 | + 77% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | B$1.22 ($1.22) | $0.65 | + 88% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | B$66 ($66) | $58 | + 15% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | B$25 ($25) | - | - | |
| Personal Care | + 18% | |||
| Personal Care in Nassau (Bahamas) is 18% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | B$10 ($10) | $5.74 | + 67% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | B$22 ($22) | $37 | - 41% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | B$86 ($86) | $115 | - 25% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | B$8 ($8) | $7 | + 16% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | B$6 ($6) | $2.98 | + 116% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | B$7 ($7) | $4.21 | + 72% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | B$5.09 ($5.09) | $2.80 | + 82% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | B$4.32 ($4.32) | $1.45 | + 198% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | B$18 ($18) | $16 | + 13% | |
| Entertainment | + 80% | |||
| Entertainment in Nassau (Bahamas) is 80% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | B$74 ($74) | $35 | + 114% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | B$21 ($21) | $22 | - 4% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | B$40 ($40) | $150 | - 73% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | B$126 ($126) | $48 | + 163% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | B$10 ($10) | $8 | + 25% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | B$5.54 ($5.54) | $3.97 | + 40% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | B$5.98 ($5.98) | $4.43 | + 35% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | B$484 ($483) | $427 | + 13% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | B$0.73 ($0.73) | $0.31 | + 139% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | B$85 ($85) | $39 | + 119% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | B$8 ($8) | $7 | + 23% | |
| TOTAL | + 57% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 331 prices entered by 27 different people.
These prices were last updated on December 12, 2019.
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Cost of living in Nassau (Bahamas) is 57% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States)
For example, you would need at least $6,595 (B$6,597) in Nassau to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with $4,200 in Arlington, Texas.
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