Cost of living in Suva (Fiji) is 77% cheaper than in New York City (United States)
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| Food | - 62% | |||
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| Food in Suva (Fiji) is 62% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
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| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | 27 FJ$ ($12) | $28 | - 58% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | 14 FJ$ ($6) | $14 | - 54% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | 10 FJ$ ($4.14) | $8 | - 49% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | 2.82 FJ$ ($1.23) | $1.51 | - 19% | |
| 12 eggs, large | 7 FJ$ ($2.85) | $9 | - 69% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | 5.99 FJ$ ($2.61) | $7 | - 63% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | 13 FJ$ ($5.86) | $9 | - 38% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | 8 FJ$ ($3.35) | $7 | - 53% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | 2.73 FJ$ ($1.19) | $3.58 | - 67% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | 4.25 FJ$ ($1.85) | $5.26 | - 65% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | 24 FJ$ ($11) | $23 | - 54% | |
| 2 liters of coca-cola | 4.62 FJ$ ($2.02) | $4.40 | - 54% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | 1.81 FJ$ ($0.79) | $5.28 | - 85% | |
| Housing | - 82% | |||
| Housing in Suva (Fiji) is 82% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
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| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | 2,418 FJ$ ($1,054) | $7,289 | - 86% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | 1,170 FJ$ ($510) | $5,182 | - 90% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | 216 FJ$ ($94) | $299 | - 69% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | 1,712 FJ$ ($746) | $4,249 | - 82% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | 999 FJ$ ($436) | $2,988 | - 85% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | 128 FJ$ ($56) | $272 | - 79% | |
| Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | 55 FJ$ ($24) | $71 | - 66% | |
| 40” flat screen tv | 1,524 FJ$ ($664) | $509 | + 31% | |
| Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | 459 FJ$ ($200) | $126 | + 59% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | 12 FJ$ ($5.43) | $18 | - 70% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | 8 FJ$ ($3.30) | $43 | - 92% | |
| Clothes | - 46% | |||
| Clothes in Suva (Fiji) is 46% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
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| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| 1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | 74 FJ$ ($32) | $72 | - 55% | |
| 1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | 77 FJ$ ($33) | $52 | - 35% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | 174 FJ$ ($76) | $121 | - 37% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | 156 FJ$ ($68) | $199 | - 66% | |
| Transportation | - 75% | |||
| Transportation in Suva (Fiji) is 75% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
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| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | 47,106 FJ$ ($20,542) | $35,968 | - 43% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | 2.56 FJ$ ($1.11) | $1.00 | + 12% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | 52 FJ$ ($23) | $154 | - 85% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | 12 FJ$ ($5.44) | $28 | - 80% | |
| Personal Care | - 84% | |||
| Personal Care in Suva (Fiji) is 84% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
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| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | 10 FJ$ ($4.31) | $25 | - 83% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | 18 FJ$ ($8) | $54 | - 85% | |
| Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | 31 FJ$ ($13) | $265 | - 95% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | 5.48 FJ$ ($2.39) | $14 | - 82% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | 7 FJ$ ($3.14) | $9 | - 67% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | 7 FJ$ ($3.10) | $15 | - 79% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | 3.55 FJ$ ($1.55) | $9 | - 82% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | 4.01 FJ$ ($1.75) | $2.16 | - 19% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | 12 FJ$ ($5.21) | $48 | - 89% | |
| Entertainment | - 83% | |||
| Entertainment in Suva (Fiji) is 83% cheaper than in New York City (United States) | ||||
| Update prices | Update prices | |||
| Suva | New York City | Diff | ||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | 50 FJ$ ($22) | $111 | - 80% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | 16 FJ$ ($7) | $40 | - 83% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | 40 FJ$ ($17) | $541 | - 97% | |
| Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | 93 FJ$ ($41) | $185 | - 78% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | 14 FJ$ ($5.89) | $22 | - 73% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | 7 FJ$ ($2.94) | $7 | - 56% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | 6 FJ$ ($2.72) | $10 | - 74% | |
| Ipad wi-fi 128gb | 1,870 FJ$ ($816) | $1,024 | - 20% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | 0.17 FJ$ ($0.07) | $1.62 | - 95% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | 63 FJ$ ($28) | $167 | - 84% | |
| 1 package of marlboro cigarettes | 10 FJ$ ($4.45) | $18 | - 76% | |
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TOTAL | - 77% | ||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 923 prices entered by 132 different people.
These prices were last updated on April 19, 2025.
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