Published: Monday, 21th October 2024
The cost of living in United States is 43.68 times more expensive as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
On this page, you will find side-by-side cost comparison between United States and São Tomé and Príncipe. 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 United States and São Tomé and Príncipe.
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 Indicators  | United States  | São Tomé and Príncipe  |
|---|---|---|
1 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 2,500 USD | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 3,500 USD | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment in City Center  | 4,500 USD | 3,500 STN (154 USD) |
1 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 1,800 USD | 1,000 STN (44 USD) |
2 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 2,500 USD | 1,800 STN (79.20 USD) |
3 BHK Apartment outside City Center  | 3,200 USD | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
Mortgage Rates Per Month  | 3.5 % | 1.2 % |
Realtor Commission  | 2.5 % | 2 % |
Property Taxes  | 0.5 to 2.5 % | Yet to Update |
The average housing cost in United States is 32.52 times more expensive than São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Basic Home Furnishing  | 3,000 USD | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Electricity Cost Per Month  | 150 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Heating Cost Per Month  | 120 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Cooling Cost Per Month  | 80 USD | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Water Supply Cost Per Month  | 50 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 2220.50% more for Utilities.
The basic home furnishing in United States costs 22.73 times more compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Standard Wifi Cost Per Month  | 60 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Mobile Phone Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 50 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Landline Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 30 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Cable TV Basic Plan Cost Per Month  | 100 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
The internet and communication costs 2930.30% more in United States compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Long Grain Rice (1 KG)  | 4 USD | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Milk (1 Liter)  | 1 USD | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Water (1 Liter)  | 1 USD | 1 STN (0.04 USD) |
Bread (500 gm)  | 2 USD | 1.50 STN (0.07 USD) |
Eggs (1 Dozen)  | 3 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Cheese (1 KG)  | 6 USD | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Chicken Breast (1 KG)  | 10 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
In United States, the cost of 1 Liter Water and 1 Liter Milk is 15.15 times more expensive than the cost in São Tomé and Príncipe.
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 1581.20% more for Groceries.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Apples (1 KG)  | 3 USD | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Bananas (1 KG)  | 1.50 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Oranges (1 KG)  | 2.50 USD | 3.50 STN (0.15 USD) |
Tomatoes (1 KG)  | 3 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Potatoes (1 KG)  | 2 USD | 2.50 STN (0.11 USD) |
Lemons (1 KG)  | 2.50 USD | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Onions (1 KG)  | 2 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Lentils (1 KG)  | 4 USD | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 16.64 times more for Fruits and Vegetables.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Meal at a Resonable Restaurant  | 20 USD | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Three-Course Meal for Two  | 60 USD | 35 STN (1.54 USD) |
Fast Food Combo Meal  | 8 USD | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Normal Coffee  | 4 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
Soft Drink  | 2 USD | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Pizza for One  | 15 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Take-Out Delivery Meal  | 20 USD | 12 STN (0.53 USD) |
Cigarette Pack of 20  | 8 USD | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Dining-Out costs 3177.51% more in United States compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Wine Mid-Range Bottle  | 15 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Glass of Wine  | 8 USD | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Beer Half Liter  | 3 USD | 4 STN (0.18 USD) |
Imported Beer Half Liter  | 4 USD | 6 STN (0.26 USD) |
Domestic Alcohol 1 Liter  | 20 USD | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Branded Alcohol 1 Liter  | 30 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 22.45 times more for usual hard drinks.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Monthly Public Transportation Pass  | 120 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Single Public Transportation Ticket  | 2.50 USD | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Single Train Ticket  | 100 USD | Yet to Update () |
Domestic Airplane Ticket  | 200 USD | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Taxi Start Fare  | 3 USD | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Taxi Rate Per Kilometer  | 2 USD | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
Car Rental Per Day  | 50 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Parking Fees in City Center Per Hour  | 5 USD | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Parking Fees outside City Center Per Hour  | 2 USD | 3 STN (0.13 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 33.67 times more for transportation.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Reasonable Vehicle Purchase Cost  | 25,000 USD | 20,000 STN (880 USD) |
Vehicle Registration Cost  | 150 USD | 300 STN (13.20 USD) |
Driving License Fees  | 50 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Car Insurance Cost  | 800 USD | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Car Maintenance Cost  | 200 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Car Loan Interest Rates  | 4 % | 8 % |
Fuel Per Liter  | 1 USD | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Fuel Per Gallon  | 4 USD | 18 STN (0.79 USD) |
Average Toll Fees  | Yet to Update | Yet to Update |
You would have to pay 28.33 times more for Vehicle purchase, daily operation and maintenance in United States compared to that of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Doctor Visit  | 150 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Specialist Visit  | 250 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Dentist Visit  | 100 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Eye Exam  | 80 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Mental Health Counseling  | 150 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Preventive Health Screening  | 80 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Physical Therapy  | 100 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Emergency Room Visit  | 500 USD | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Hospital Stay Per Night  | 400 USD | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Vaccinations  | 40 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Prescription Medication  | 20 USD | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Over the Counter Medication  | 10 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Health Insurance Premiums  | 300 USD | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Health Insurance Deductibles  | 500 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 47.59 times more for Health and Medical Treatment.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Cosmetic Procedures  | 300 USD | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Spa Treatment  | 150 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Manicure Pedicure Cost  | 40 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Optical Glasses Cost  | 150 USD | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
Contact Lenses Cost  | 100 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Haircuts  | 25 USD | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Hair Coloring  | 75 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Shampoo Price  | 5 USD | 5 STN (0.22 USD) |
Toothpaste Price  | 3 USD | 2 STN (0.09 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 30.99 times more for Personal Care Items and Treatment.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Pair of Nike Running Shoes  | 100 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Men's Shirt  | 40 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Women's Dress  | 80 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Summer Dress  | 50 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Suit  | 500 USD | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Men's Jeans  | 60 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Women's Jeans  | 60 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Men's Formal Shoes  | 100 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Women's Formal Shoes  | 80 USD | 90 STN (3.96 USD) |
Men's Casual Shoes  | 70 USD | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Women's Casual Shoes  | 60 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Underwear For Men  | 20 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Underwear For Women  | 20 USD | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Socks For Men  | 10 USD | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Socks For Women  | 10 USD | 8 STN (0.35 USD) |
Wintercoat for Adults  | 100 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Sportswear  | 60 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 19.67 times more for Clothing and Footwear for Adults.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Children's Jeans  | 30 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Children's Normal Sneakers  | 40 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Children's Winter Coat  | 60 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Daycare for Infant  | 1,500 USD | 600 STN (26.40 USD) |
Daycare for Toddler  | 1,200 USD | 500 STN (22 USD) |
Childcare for Sick Days  | 40 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Early Childhood Education Programs  | 600 USD | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Extra Curricular Activities  | 60 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Summer Camp for Kids  | 300 USD | 250 STN (11 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 44.64 times more for Childcare and kids clothing.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
PreSchool Fees  | 1,800 USD | 900 STN (39.60 USD) |
Primary School Fees  | 4,000 USD | 1,200 STN (52.80 USD) |
Secondary School Fees  | 6,000 USD | 1,500 STN (66 USD) |
Private School Fees  | 8,000 USD | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
University Tuition Fees  | 10,000 USD | 2,500 STN (110 USD) |
University Private Tuition Fees  | 20,000 USD | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
After School Activities  | 150 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
Special Education Services  | 150 USD | 250 STN (11 USD) |
Tutoring  | 50 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Textbooks Cost  | 40 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
School Supplies  | 30 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 98.31 times more for school and education.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Movie Ticket (Single)  | 15 USD | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Theater Ticket (Single)  | 50 USD | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Concert Ticket (Single)  | 60 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Sports Event Ticket (Single)  | 50 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Gym Membership  | 60 USD | 70 STN (3.08 USD) |
Swimming Pool Access  | 40 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Museum Entry Ticket  | 15 USD | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Zoo Entry Ticket  | 25 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Amusement Park Entry Ticket  | 50 USD | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Bowling  | 15 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Mini Golf  | 10 USD | 10 STN (0.44 USD) |
Video Games  | 60 USD | 40 STN (1.76 USD) |
Streaming Services  | 15 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Outdoor Equipment Rental  | 25 USD | 25 STN (1.10 USD) |
Theme Park Annual Pass  | 400 USD | 400 STN (17.60 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 26.44 times more for entertainment, recreation and fun activities.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Language Classes  | 40 USD | 200 STN (8.80 USD) |
Parenting Classes  | 60 USD | 150 STN (6.60 USD) |
Art Classes  | 30 USD | 30 STN (1.32 USD) |
Fitness Classes  | 20 USD | 20 STN (0.88 USD) |
Music Lessons  | 50 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Dance Lessons  | 40 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Reading Materials for Classes  | 10 USD | 15 STN (0.66 USD) |
Educational Software  | 30 USD | 120 STN (5.28 USD) |
If you lived in United States, instead of São Tomé and Príncipe, you would have to pay 10.02 times more for Private Classes.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Average Gross Monthly Salary  | 5,000 USD | 3,000 STN (132 USD) |
Average Net Monthly Salary  | 3,800 USD | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
Minimum Wages  | 60 USD per hour | 33.33 STN per hour (1.47 USD) |
Average Bonus  | 1,000 USD | 800 STN (35.20 USD) |
Income Tax Rate  | 0 to 10 % | 0 to 15 % |
Social Security Contributions  | 6.2 % | 5 % |
Pension Contributions  | 4 % | 5 % |
Cost of Living Index  | 10 | 50 |
Median Household Income  | 5,000 USD | 2,000 STN (88 USD) |
If you lived in United States, you would earn 43.11 times more salary as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
Indicators | United States | São Tomé and Príncipe |
|---|---|---|
Legal Consultation Per Hour Rate  | 250 USD | 100 STN (4.40 USD) |
Accounting Services Per Hour Rate  | 200 USD | 80 STN (3.52 USD) |
IT Support Services Per Hour Rate  | 150 USD | 60 STN (2.64 USD) |
Technician Services Per Hour Rate  | 100 USD | 50 STN (2.20 USD) |
Professional Services cost 54.86 times more in United States, as compared to São Tomé and Príncipe.
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