Capital city in Réunion, Reunion
Cost of living in Saint-Denis
How much a month costs in Saint-Denis
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $2,030–3,040 (€1,800–2,700).
Prices in Saint-Denis
Typical 2026 ranges in EUR, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | EUR | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| 1-bedroom apartment, center (month) | €600–1,000 | $675–1,130 |
| 1-bedroom apartment, outside center (month) | €450–750 | $506–844 |
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | €25–45 | $28–51 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | €80–150 | $90–169 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | €8–14 | $9.0–15.8 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | €18–35 | $20–39 |
| Cappuccino | €2–4 | $2.3–4.5 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | €4–7 | $4.5–7.9 |
| Getting around | ||
| Public transport, one ride | €1–2 | $1.1–2.3 |
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | €10–18 | $11–20 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | €25–50 | $28–56 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | €10–25 | $11–28 |
Cost of living across Reunion
One person, comfortable lifestyle, including rent.
| Place | Comfortable month | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Denis | $2,030–3,040 | — |
| Saint-Pierre | $2,030–3,040 | — |
| Saint-Gilles-les-Bains | $2,250–3,380 | — |
Cheaper alternatives to Saint-Denis
Similar safety, lower cost, in Africa.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Saint-Denis?
About $1,130–1,580 on a lean budget, $2,030–3,040 for a comfortable month and $3,830–6,190 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much is rent in Saint-Denis?
A furnished 1-bedroom apartment costs €600–1,000 ($675–1,130) a month in the center and €450–750 ($506–844) outside it.
How much does food cost in Saint-Denis?
A local meal is €8–14 ($9.0–15.8); a mid-range restaurant is €18–35 ($20–39) per person.
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Île de La Réunion Tourisme
- Aéroport Roland Garros
Prices are SoloSquare estimates for 2026, reviewed against official and operator prices where available. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.