Is the cost of living in Martinique high?
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"The cost of living is always two to three times the basic amount. It's like living in New York, California, or London. The cost of living seems very high," explained one expat living in Schoelcher, Martinique.

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"The cost of living in Martinique can be extremely high depending on what your pockets are reaching for. But, if your more into simplicity and minimalist living, then there shouldn't be much problem settling in. Rent can be high, but the views of the island mountains are priceless," said another expat in Fort-de-France, Martinique.
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Is the cost of living in Martinique high?
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