Cost of living in Bahamas compared to South Korea
Currency:
Food | + 70% | |||
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Food in Bahamas is 70% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | B$25 (₩33,891) | ₩12,081 | + 181% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | B$13 (₩16,905) | ₩7,849 | + 115% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | B$14 (₩19,048) | ₩5,923 | + 222% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | B$6.00 (₩7,981) | ₩2,942 | + 171% | |
12 eggs, large | B$4.43 (₩5,896) | ₩5,102 | + 16% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | B$4.07 (₩5,420) | ₩7,780 | - 30% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | B$5.04 (₩6,700) | ₩8,958 | - 25% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | B$8 (₩10,642) | ₩6,825 | + 56% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | B$1.32 (₩1,760) | ₩4,178 | - 58% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | B$4.19 (₩5,568) | ₩3,056 | + 82% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | B$15 (₩19,954) | ₩21,973 | - 9% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | B$4.64 (₩6,176) | ₩3,494 | + 77% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | B$3.85 (₩5,121) | ₩4,603 | + 11% | |
Housing | + 118% | |||
Housing in Bahamas is 118% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | B$1,425 (₩1,895,583) | ₩1,500,120 | + 26% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | B$1,697 (₩2,256,848) | ₩1,934,250 | + 17% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | B$355 (₩472,305) | ₩240,148 | + 97% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | B$3,793 (₩5,045,004) | ₩1,264,360 | + 299% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | B$1,200 (₩1,596,280) | ₩725,161 | + 120% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | B$219 (₩291,875) | ₩80,000 | + 265% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | B$49 (₩65,377) | ₩28,380 | + 130% | |
40” flat screen tv | B$716 (₩952,258) | ₩433,362 | + 120% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | B$256 (₩339,944) | ₩100,000 | + 240% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | B$11 (₩14,489) | ₩16,029 | - 10% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | B$15 (₩19,954) | ₩14,433 | + 38% | |
Clothes | + 50% | |||
Clothes in Bahamas is 50% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | B$100 (₩133,023) | ₩85,819 | + 55% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | B$74 (₩98,014) | ₩66,260 | + 48% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | B$150 (₩199,535) | ₩96,399 | + 107% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | B$110 (₩146,354) | ₩148,450 | - 1% | |
Transportation | + 55% | |||
Transportation in Bahamas is 55% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | - | ₩39,273,000 | - | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | B$4.77 (₩6,340) | ₩1,635 | + 288% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | B$56 (₩74,786) | ₩58,441 | + 28% | |
Personal Care | + 58% | |||
Personal Care in Bahamas is 58% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | B$5.71 (₩7,592) | ₩7,985 | - 5% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | B$23 (₩31,250) | ₩12,000 | + 160% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | B$114 (₩152,160) | ₩39,691 | + 283% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | B$8 (₩10,368) | ₩20,000 | - 48% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | B$10 (₩13,302) | ₩15,000 | - 11% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | B$14 (₩18,623) | ₩9,644 | + 93% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | B$6.00 (₩7,981) | ₩3,593 | + 122% | |
Tube of toothpaste | B$8 (₩10,642) | ₩6,320 | + 68% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | B$20 (₩26,605) | ₩14,338 | + 86% | |
Entertainment | + 120% | |||
Entertainment in Bahamas is 120% more expensive than in South Korea | ||||
Bahamas | South Korea | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | B$92 (₩122,291) | ₩37,219 | + 229% | |
2 tickets to the movies | B$60 (₩79,814) | ₩27,364 | + 192% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | B$43 (₩57,466) | ₩249,761 | - 77% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | B$150 (₩199,535) | ₩127,461 | + 57% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | B$24 (₩32,440) | ₩15,654 | + 107% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | B$4.88 (₩6,494) | ₩5,510 | + 18% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | B$7 (₩9,148) | ₩6,631 | + 38% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | B$1,200 (₩1,596,280) | ₩924,016 | + 73% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | B$0.73 (₩971) | ₩206 | + 371% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | B$113 (₩149,782) | ₩98,667 | + 52% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | B$12 (₩15,824) | ₩4,699 | + 237% | |
TOTAL | + 83% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 250 prices entered by 95 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 17, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Bahamas is 83% more expensive than in South Korea
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