Saint Kitts and Nevis: cost of living

What is the inflation rate in St Kitts and Nevis?

Consumer prices in St Kitts and Nevis rose 0.9% in 2025, measured at the end of the year, down from 1.9% in 2024 and below the 1.4% estimated earlier, according to the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank's Economic and Financial Review (2025 update) for the country. Food prices rose faster, by 4.6%.

The rate is end-of-period, comparing December with December of the year before, and is based on the consumer price index compiled by the Department of Statistics. The bank expects inflation of 2.9% in 2026. The department's website also has annual average consumer price indices for 2013 to 2024.

Official sources: ECCB: St Kitts and Nevis Economic and Financial Review, 2025 update (PDF) · Department of Statistics: CPI annual averages 2013 to 2024

What is the inflation rate in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

3.6%: that is consumer price inflation in Saint Kitts and Nevis for 2023, according to the IMF. The peak was 8.5% in 2006 and the low -2.3% in 2015. Latin America & Caribbean median: 4.6%; Saint Kitts and Nevis is 23rd highest of 31. World rank, highest first: 132nd of 173.

What is food insecurity in Saint Kitts and Nevis?

21.1%: that is moderate or severe food insecurity in Saint Kitts and Nevis for 2020, according to the FAO. Latin America & Caribbean median: 31.6%; Saint Kitts and Nevis is 18th highest of 23. Worldwide: 79th of 143.