Bahamas🇧🇸
At a Glance
How Bahamas compares across key indices
Cost of Living
99 vs NYC
100 = NYC
Safety Index
43/100
Healthcare
40/100
Quality of Life
121/200
Climate
86/100
Cost of Living
How far your money goes in Bahamas
Cost of Living
99
100 = NYC baseline
Rent Index
47
100 = NYC rent
Groceries
100
100 = NYC groceries
Restaurant Prices
114
100 = NYC dining
Safety & Crime
Moderate RiskHow safe residents feel in Bahamas — based on surveys of people living there
Safety Index
43/100
Crime Index
57/100
Lower is better
Crime Trend
68/100
Crime perceived as increasing
Walking Safety
29 point drop from day to night
Problem Severity
0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem
What Residents Worry About
Based on 71 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.
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Healthcare
Healthcare system overview for Bahamas
Healthcare Index
40/100
Quality Breakdown
How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality
Based on 22 survey responses
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Environment
ModerateAir quality, water, and environmental conditions in Bahamas
Pollution Index
61/100
Lower is better
Environmental Quality
Concerns
0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern
Based on 35 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.
Transport & Commute
How people get around in Bahamas
Average One-Way Commute
28minutes
Short
Traffic Index
127
Moderate congestion
Inefficiency
108
Time wasted in traffic
CO2 Emissions
6.7kg/trip
How People Commute
Based on 15 survey responses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Bahamas, answered with data
What is the cost of living in Bahamas?
Bahamas has a cost of living index of 99 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities.
Is Bahamas safe for expats?
Bahamas has a safety index of 43/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.
How good is healthcare in Bahamas?
Bahamas scores 40/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it limited in some areas by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.
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