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Cost of Living in Port of Spain

Port of Spain, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago · Population 84,126

▼ -6% vs Trinidad and Tobago average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)TT$3,672 ($540)
Couple, monthlyTT$6,535 ($961)
Family of four, monthlyTT$8,468 ($1,245)

Estimated Prices in Port of Spain

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurantTT$38.76 ($5.70)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-rangeTT$155 ($22.80)per meal
CappuccinoTT$11.63 ($1.71)each
Monthly groceries (single person)TT$879 ($129)per month
Monthly public transport passTT$142 ($20.90)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartmentTT$375 ($55.10)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)TT$109 ($15.96)per month
Fitness club membershipTT$109 ($15.96)per month
Cinema ticketTT$28.42 ($4.18)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centreTT$1,564 ($230)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centreTT$1,088 ($160)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centreTT$3,264 ($480)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Port of Spain is TT$7,480 ($1,100) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of TT$3,672 ($540) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly TT$4,774 ($702) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (TT$1,088 ($160)) represents about 30% of the total single-person budget.

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Other Major Cities in Trinidad and Tobago

Chaguanas

Chaguanas · pop. 101,297

TT$4,869 ($716) / mo

San Fernando

San Fernando · pop. 82,997

TT$3,672 ($540) / mo

Living in Port of Spain

Port of Spain is one of the key cities in Trinidad and Tobago. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is TT$3,672 ($540), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around TT$1,088 ($160) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to TT$8,468 ($1,245) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately TT$6,535 ($961) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Port of Spain is TT$7,480 ($1,100). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least TT$4,774 ($702) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Port of Spain expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated TT$3,672 ($540) per month in Port of Spain including rent outside the city centre. That is 6% less than the national average for Trinidad and Tobago.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Port of Spain?
A net salary of around TT$4,774 ($702) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Port of Spain with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Port of Spain is TT$7,480 ($1,100).
How much is rent in Port of Spain?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated TT$1,564 ($230) per month in the city centre and TT$1,088 ($160) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about TT$3,264 ($480).
Is Port of Spain cheaper than Trinidad and Tobago on average?
Yes — Port of Spain is estimated to be about 6% cheaper than the Trinidad and Tobago average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Port of Spain?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at TT$879 ($129) in Port of Spain. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about TT$39 ($6) and a cappuccino runs around TT$12 ($2).
How do transport costs in Port of Spain compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Port of Spain is estimated at TT$142 ($21). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Port of Spain are estimates based on Trinidad and Tobago national averages adjusted for city size (population 84,126). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.