Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: cost of living

What is the inflation rate in St Vincent and the Grenadines?

Consumer prices in St Vincent and the Grenadines rose 0.5% in 2025, measured at the end of the year, down from 2.1% in 2024, according to the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank's Economic and Financial Review (2025 update) for the country. Housing, water, electricity and other fuels rose 2.8%, while transport and food were the main sources of lower inflation.

The rate is end-of-period, comparing December with December of the year before, and is based on the Statistical Office's consumer price index. The bank estimates inflation of 2.0% for 2026. Because most goods are imported, the bank notes that local prices move with world commodity prices.

Official sources: ECCB: St Vincent and the Grenadines Economic and Financial Review, 2025 update (PDF)

How fast are prices rising in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

The IMF puts consumer price inflation in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines at 0.8% in 2025. Since 2005 it has ranged from -1.7% (2015) to 10.1% (2008). Across Latin America & Caribbean the middle value was 2.1%, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines placed 24th highest of 29. Of 165 countries with 2025 data, 138th highest.

What is food insecurity in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?

The latest figure from the FAO, for 2019, is 33.3%. Across Latin America & Caribbean the middle value was 31.1%, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines placed 8th highest of 20. World rank, highest first: 49th of 135.