Cost of living 2018 in Martinique

Hello everyone,

As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and inflation in Martinique.

Thanks to your contribution, future expats in Martinique will be more informed and will be able to refine their budget and better prepare for their big move.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment or a house in Martinique?

How much does it cost to buy an apartment or a house in Martinique?

How much do you pay on average for public transportation (bus, subway, train, tram, taxi)?

How much do you pay for basic food items such as rice, bread, and pasta?

What is your monthly budget for groceries?

How much does it cost to see a doctor/dentist/physician/specialist in Martinique?

How much do you pay for health insurance per month?

How much does childcare cost on average per month?

What is your child's schooling budget per month?

How much does it cost to fill up your car's fuel tank?

How much do you pay for electricity/gas/water etc., per month?

How much do you pay for your internet and phone subscription?

How much do you pay for your lunch pack on weekdays?

How much do you pay for an espresso coffee?

How much do you pay for a cinema ticket?

How much does a gym membership cost in Martinique?

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Priscilla

I can give you an insight into some pricing in Martinique:
1) House/room rent
In Fort-de-France: The prices start with 300 euros per month per room (so it's an apartment sharing), probably the average prices per room is around 400,
Studio rental: you can find places from even 400 euros per month (non furnished ones),  majority of studios are between 500-700 euros per month (depending on the location and its state).
2) Bread - a baguette in a bakery costs around 1-1.10euros, the cheapest one is in Leader Price for 0.49cents,
3) Cinema ticket - 8 euros per adult,
4) Lunch pack on a weekday - you buy one from 8 euros
5) Gym membership - around 40euros per month.