Is the cost of living in Trinidad & Tobago high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Trinidad & Tobago, they wrote...
"The cost of living in Trinidad & Tobago is generally considered to be quite high, with prices for basic necessities such as food, housing, and transportation being significantly higher than in many other countries. The cost of living in the capital city of Port of Spain is particularly high, with rent and other living expenses being particularly expensive. Additionally, the cost of imported goods is also quite high, making it difficult for many people to afford the items they need," commented one expat who made the move to Trinidad & Tobago.

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Is the cost of living in Trinidad & Tobago high?
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.