Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in Trinidad and Tobago is 1.72 times less expensive as compared to United Arab Emirates.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between Trinidad and Tobago and United Arab Emirates. We have created 172 cost-of-living indicators. We average the prices of all those indicators and take a mathematically calculated approach to determine which country is more expensive to live in between Trinidad and Tobago and United Arab Emirates.
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 Indicators  | Trinidad and Tobago  | United Arab Emirates  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 3,500 TTD (514.50 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 5,500 TTD (808.50 USD) | 6,500 AED (1,755 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 8,000 TTD (1,176 USD) | 9,000 AED (2,430 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 2,500 TTD (367.50 USD) | 2,500 AED (675 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 4,000 TTD (588 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 6,000 TTD (882 USD) | 6,000 AED (1,620 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 6 % | 5 % |
Realtor Commission  | 3 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.5 to 3.0 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in Trinidad and Tobago is 2.02 times less expensive than United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 20,000 TTD (2,940 USD) | 10,000 AED (2,700 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 800 AED (216 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 4.72% less for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in Trinidad and Tobago costs 1.09 times more compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 350 AED (94.50 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 80 TTD (11.76 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 62.67% less in Trinidad and Tobago compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 12 TTD (1.76 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 2 TTD (0.29 USD) | 2 AED (0.54 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 6 TTD (0.88 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 15 AED (4.05 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 40 TTD (5.88 USD) | 35 AED (9.45 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 35 TTD (5.14 USD) | 25 AED (6.75 USD) |
In Trinidad and Tobago, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 1.38 times less expensive than the cost in United Arab Emirates.
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 31.26% less for Groceries.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 6 AED (1.62 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 12 TTD (1.76 USD) | 8 AED (2.16 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 8 TTD (1.18 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 12 AED (3.24 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 12 TTD (1.76 USD) | 7 AED (1.89 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 8 AED (2.16 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.19 times less for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 80 TTD (11.76 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 40 TTD (5.88 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 15 AED (4.05 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 8 TTD (1.18 USD) | 6 AED (1.62 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 60 TTD (8.82 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 25 TTD (3.67 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 1.19% more in Trinidad and Tobago compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 120 TTD (17.64 USD) | 90 AED (24.30 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 30 TTD (4.41 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 25 AED (6.75 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 25 TTD (3.67 USD) | 35 AED (9.45 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 60 TTD (8.82 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.05 times less for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 5 TTD (0.73 USD) | 5 AED (1.35 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | Yet to Update () | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 500 TTD (73.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 12 AED (3.24 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 1.50 AED (0.41 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.64 times less for transportation.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 100,000 TTD (14,700 USD) | 50,000 AED (13,500 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 1,200 TTD (176.40 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 400 TTD (58.80 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 7 % | 6 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 7 TTD (1.03 USD) | 2.50 AED (0.68 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 30 TTD (4.41 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 1.03 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in Trinidad and Tobago compared to that of United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 800 TTD (117.60 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 30 AED (8.10 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 500 TTD (73.50 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 1,000 TTD (147 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 3.32 times less for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 1,000 TTD (147 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Haircuts  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 15 TTD (2.21 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 5 TTD (0.73 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.16 times less for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 600 TTD (88.20 USD) | 350 AED (94.50 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 1,000 TTD (147 USD) | 1,500 AED (405 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 180 AED (48.60 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 10 TTD (1.47 USD) | 10 AED (2.70 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Sportswear  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.30 times less for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 75 TTD (11.02 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 1,000 TTD (147 USD) | 1,500 AED (405 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 800 TTD (117.60 USD) | 1,200 AED (324 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 800 TTD (117.60 USD) | 750 AED (202.50 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 400 TTD (58.80 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 500 TTD (73.50 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 2.27 times less for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 1,200 TTD (176.40 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 1,500 TTD (220.50 USD) | 3,000 AED (810 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 2,000 TTD (294 USD) | 4,000 AED (1,080 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 3,000 TTD (441 USD) | 6,000 AED (1,620 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 6,000 TTD (882 USD) | 12,000 AED (3,240 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 10,000 TTD (1,470 USD) | 25,000 AED (6,750 USD) |
After School Activities  | 400 TTD (58.80 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 500 TTD (73.50 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Tutoring  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
School Supplies  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 50 AED (13.50 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 3.87 times less for school and education.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 40 TTD (5.88 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 80 TTD (11.76 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 120 AED (32.40 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 60 TTD (8.82 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 30 TTD (4.41 USD) | 40 AED (10.80 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 60 TTD (8.82 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Bowling  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 60 AED (16.20 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 60 TTD (8.82 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Video Games  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 50 TTD (7.35 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 1,000 TTD (147 USD) | 2,000 AED (540 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 3.50 times less for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Art Classes  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 80 AED (21.60 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 200 AED (54 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 150 AED (40.50 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 20 TTD (2.94 USD) | 20 AED (5.40 USD) |
Educational Software  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 100 AED (27 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, instead of United Arab Emirates, you would have to pay 1.47 times less for Private Classes.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 8,000 TTD (1,176 USD) | 10,000 AED (2,700 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 6,000 TTD (882 USD) | 8,000 AED (2,160 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 83.33 TTD per hour (12.25 USD) | 100 AED per hour (27 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 500 TTD (73.50 USD) | 1,000 AED (270 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 12.5 % | 0 to 5 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 12 % | Yet to Update |
Pension Contributions  | 7 % | Yet to Update |
Cost of Living Index  | 55 | 80 |
Median Household Income  | 5,000 TTD (735 USD) | 7,000 AED (1,890 USD) |
If you lived in Trinidad and Tobago, you would earn 2.45 times less salary as compared to United Arab Emirates.
Indicators | Trinidad and Tobago | United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 300 TTD (44.10 USD) | 500 AED (135 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 200 TTD (29.40 USD) | 400 AED (108 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 150 TTD (22.05 USD) | 300 AED (81 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 TTD (14.70 USD) | 250 AED (67.50 USD) |
Professional Services cost 3.55 times less in Trinidad and Tobago, as compared to United Arab Emirates.
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