Us Virgin Islands🇻🇮

At a Glance

How Us Virgin Islands compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety41Healthcare45Affordability114ClimateClean Air15

Cost of Living

114 vs NYC

100 = NYC

Safety Index

41/100

Healthcare

45/100

Cost of Living

How far your money goes in Us Virgin Islands

Cost of Living

114

100 = NYC baseline

Rent Index

44

100 = NYC rent

Groceries

131

100 = NYC groceries

Restaurant Prices

97

100 = NYC dining

Safety & Crime

Moderate Risk

How safe residents feel in Us Virgin Islands — based on surveys of people living there

Safety Index

41/100

Crime Index

59/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

71/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime67
Nighttime28

39 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Corruption & bribery
High75
Drug-related crime
High70
Violent crimes
High66
Property crimes
High66

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Things stolen from car
High61
Being mugged or robbed
Moderate55
Home broken into
Moderate54
Being physically attacked
Moderate48
Car stolen
Moderate47
Being insulted or harassed
Low45
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Low35

Based on 66 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Us Virgin Islands

Healthcare Index

45/100

Quality Breakdown

Modern Equipment63/100
Staff Skill & Competency50/100
Friendliness & Courtesy50/100
Accuracy & Completeness47/100
Speed of Service42/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist33/100
Cost Satisfaction31/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 9 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

None
33.3%
Public
22.2%
Private
22.2%
Employer Sponsored
22.2%
Healthcare45Safety41Quality of Life

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Us Virgin Islands

Pollution Index

15/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality100/100
Comfortable to Spend Time89/100
Drinking Water Quality75/100
Green Spaces & Parks68/100
Clean & Tidy64/100
Garbage Disposal61/100

Concerns

Water Pollution14/100
Noise & Light Pollution14/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 7 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Us Virgin Islands

Average One-Way Commute

18minutes

Very Short

Traffic Index

96

Below average congestion

Inefficiency

41

Time wasted in traffic

CO2 Emissions

4.7kg/trip

How People Commute

Car66.7%
Working from Home33.3%

Based on 3 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Us Virgin Islands, answered with data

What is the cost of living in Us Virgin Islands?

Us Virgin Islands has a cost of living index of 114 relative to New York City (100). It is on par with or more expensive than major US cities.

Is Us Virgin Islands safe for expats?

Us Virgin Islands has a safety index of 41/100, making it moderately safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Us Virgin Islands?

Us Virgin Islands scores 45/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it adequate by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.

What is the air quality and pollution like in Us Virgin Islands?

Us Virgin Islands has a pollution index of 15/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

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