MigrantoCost of living in Fiji
Average monthly spending, by standard of living and against other countries
Monthly cost
FJD 569
what a typical person spends
Spending by standard of living
FJD 267richest 20%
FJD 1,280
Of the region's smaller economies, Fiji is the most developed — a working tourist trade and enough grown and made on the islands that everyday costs stay grounded. Imports still cost what distance demands, but more of ordinary life is met at home than on the smaller islands. The distance between living comfortably and living carefully is narrow; most people's days don't look all that far apart.
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Cost of living in Fiji
FJD 267/mo
vs FJD 1,780 in your country
Take-home
FJD 563
vs FJD 2,670 in your country
Potential savings
FJD 297
more than in your country
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How living costs in Fiji compare
Fiji lands in the middle of the pack, both in Oceania and against the world at large. A real tourist economy and a fair amount of local production keep prices steadier than on islands that bring in nearly everything, so it neither tops the region nor sits at the bottom. For someone weighing a move, it reads as level and predictable.
Data source: household consumption 2024 (World Bank, regional estimate), International Comparison Program 2021 (World Bank), adjusted to 2026 using IMF GDP-per-capita growth
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cost of living in Fiji?
A typical person in Fiji spends about FJD 569 a month — around FJD 6,820 a year — on housing, groceries, transport and other everyday costs. It's a nationwide average across different regions, cities and types of housing.
What is the cost of living in Fiji in US dollars?
The cost of living in Fiji is about $256 a month, or roughly $3,072 a year per person.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Fiji?
It all depends on your standard of living. A modest budget runs about FJD 267 a month per person, a typical one around FJD 569, and a comfortable life around FJD 766. In big cities and for a family, costs are usually higher.
Is the average salary in Fiji enough to live on?
Yes, with room to spare. Average spending is about FJD 569 a month, while the average take-home pay in Fiji is about FJD 1,290. For more on incomes, see salaries in Fiji.
Is Fiji an expensive country to live in?
Somewhat. Fiji is more expensive than 41% of countries worldwide and ranks 6th of 11 in Oceania by cost of living.
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