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Cost of Living in Antigua vs the US

Generally, Antiguan living costs tend to be lower than in many major cities in the United States. Housing costs, including rent and the price of property, are typically more affordable in Antigua.

Antigua is lush, green and mountainous edged with 365 beaches, one for each day of the year. With the Caribbean Sea to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the variety and beauty is stunning.

The wettest months are September to November, but there are usually still plenty of sunshine hours in the day. The official hurricane season falls between July and November, although the risk of hurricanes is very low. There are also tropical storms in the Caribbean region during this period.

If you're more into kicking back on perfect white sand beaches then Antigua is perfect. However, if you have more of a thirst for adventure, then you should choose St Lucia. As with any holiday destination debate, this argument depends on what you want from your escape.

take care when walking alone off the busy main roads. avoid isolated areas, including beaches, particularly after dark. only use licensed taxis. take particular care at late night street parties, especially during the festival season.

Weather: The weather in Antigua is mostly warm and tropical. The best temperatures are usually experienced between March to August. September to November are particularly hot and humid. As with most tropical islands there is the risk of insect bites from mosquitoes and sand flies.

When compared to the rest of the Caribbean Islands, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a very expensive country to visit. It ranks in the top 10% of countries in the Caribbean Islands for its travel prices, and this places it in line with destinations such as Saint Martin and Anguilla.

A meal at an inexpensive restaurant will typically cost around $10, while a meal at a mid-range restaurant will cost around $20. If you plan to explore Antigua, you can find several activities to do, such as zip-lining, snorkeling, and horseback riding. These activities typically range from $20 to $50 per person.

A trip to Antigua and Barbuda for one person usually costs between $145 and $810 per day and $290 to $1,621 for two people. This is a wide range of costs, and the daily average per person from our data is $352 (EC$952) per person.