Cost of Living in Solomon Islands
Summary of cost of living in Solomon Islands:
- The estimated monthly costs for a family of four are $3,746.5 (SI$30,044.7), excluding rent.
- The estimated monthly costs for a single person are $1,176.2 (SI$9,432.5), excluding rent.
- Cost of living in Solomon Islands is, on average, 50.4% higher than in United States.
- Rent in Solomon Islands is, on average, 45.4% lower than in United States.
Restaurants |  Edit |
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| Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant | $6.23 | |
| Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks) | $65.47 | |
| Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal) | $12.47 | |
| Domestic Draft Beer (1 Pint) | $2.81 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | $4.68 | |
| Cappuccino (Regular Size) | $3.37 | |
| Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 12 oz Small Bottle) | $1.45 | |
| Bottled Water (12 oz) | $1.14 | |
Markets | Edit |
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| Milk (Regular, 1 Liter) | $2.80 | |
| Fresh White Bread (1 lb Loaf) | $1.37 | |
| White Rice (1 lb) | $0.71 | |
| Eggs (12, Large Size) | $5.82 | |
| Local Cheese (1 lb) | $3.22 | |
| Chicken Fillets (1 lb) | $3.68 | |
| Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 lb) | $6.66 | |
| Apples (1 lb) | $3.04 | |
| Bananas (1 lb) | $1.24 | |
| Oranges (1 lb) | $3.69 | |
| Tomatoes (1 lb) | $1.64 | |
| Potatoes (1 lb) | $0.98 | |
| Onions (1 lb) | $1.52 | |
| Lettuce (1 Head) | $1.66 | |
| Bottled Water (50 oz) | $1.18 | |
| Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range) | $12.47 | |
| Domestic Beer (16.9 oz Bottle) | $1.77 | |
| Imported Beer (12 oz Small Bottle) | $3.29 | |
| Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro) | $4.36 | |
Transportation | Edit |
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| One-Way Ticket (Local Transport) | $0.37 | |
| Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price) | $31.17 | |
| Taxi Start (Standard Tariff) | $1.25 | |
| Taxi 1 mile (Standard Tariff) | $2.01 | |
| Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff) | $12.47 | |
| Gasoline (1 Liter) | $1.39 | |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car) | $19,795.67 | |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car) | $28,368.59 | |
Utilities (Monthly) | Edit |
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| Basic Utilities for 915 Square Feet Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) | $540.35 | |
| Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data) | $24.00 | |
| Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher) | $101.84 | |
Sports And Leisure | Edit |
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| Monthly Fitness Club Membership | $28.06 | |
| Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend) | $9.14 | |
| Cinema Ticket (International Release) | $4.36 | |
Childcare | Edit |
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| Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child | $124.70 | |
| International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child | $2,327.68 | |
Clothing And Shoes | Edit |
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| Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar) | $26.97 | |
| Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M) | $93.52 | |
| Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | $98.20 | |
| Men's Leather Business Shoes | $100.35 | |
Rent Per Month | Edit |
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| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $602.08 | |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $709.21 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,608.59 | |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,371.67 | |
Buy Apartment Price | Edit |
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| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $8,109.25 | |
| Price per Square Feet to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $5,792.32 | |
Salaries And Financing | Edit |
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| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | $466.06 | |
| Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %) | 15.83 | |
Prices in Solomon Islands
This country had 113 entries in the past 12 months by 9 different contributors.
Last update: 21 December 2025
Our data for each country are based on all entries from all cities in that country.
Last update: 21 December 2025
Our data for each country are based on all entries from all cities in that country.
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This Page in Other Languages:
 DeutschLebenshaltungskosten in den Salomonen
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 PortuguêsCusto de Vida nas Ilhas Salomão
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 ItalianoCosto della vita nelle Isole Salomone
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 FrançaisCoût de la vie aux Îles Salomon
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 EspañolCoste de vida en Islas Salomón
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