I live in Barbados and she's correct, cost of living here is ridiculously EXPENSIVE, ...but I love my island home...bajan to d bone🇧🇧😊

@christopherevans7033

9 ай бұрын

But look at the rents in the state's look at how much money to pay for health care and education

@user-xr7pd3ui6z

9 ай бұрын

Fa sure

@RiiYear

8 ай бұрын

Same😊

@DemarioGamble-vb6yv

8 ай бұрын

Same

@flameGamer9419

8 ай бұрын

Agreed

I can't believe she say it is more expensive to live here than in America, the cost of rent and Healthcare in the US is ridiculous.

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

Actually she's correct

@lailaalanna315

9 ай бұрын

She's still right

@jasminesamuel3826

8 ай бұрын

She right

@livalleyne4786

8 ай бұрын

I believe her.

@Tideryt

8 ай бұрын

I live here… it’s true

Rent is higher in America. We have government funded health care. Private healthcare is also cheaper here. We have government funded education to tertiary level. We have government funded nurseries for low income workers. Private nursery care is waaaaaaay cheaper as well.

@daniellealleyne5101

10 ай бұрын

Facts 💯

@tweetsypeasy

10 ай бұрын

TRUTHHHHHH

@group7842

10 ай бұрын

So if you're not renting, dont get sick, not enrollled in a school and dont have young children, then what?

@lornalewis7262

10 ай бұрын

​@@group7842everyone pay taxes and everyone have to live with the same cost o living and lam sure her salary is higher than the average person

@claudeferreira1376

10 ай бұрын

Great assessment 👏

I also live in Barbados, I can totally relate to you.

Hey sis im bajan n it's true n recently i was talking to a friend from overseas about the high price just to travel to another Caribbean island n it should not be like that

@Jon-Ross

10 ай бұрын

Same

@AshleyBancroft-fc5jb

9 ай бұрын

SAME

@jimmeeGray

7 ай бұрын

I just want to know where on earth I can find this place called "Overseas"

Crime is 32.6 percent less The air is 17.8 percent cleaner and I challenge any American to buy a 6 pack for 9 usd

@Therealone187x

10 ай бұрын

How will beer help you that's right eat drink and be merry while you're getting no where.

@davidvqughan

8 ай бұрын

@@Therealone187x dude .... the average bajan will out live you by 3 decades average life span 99 to 95 years

@davidvqughan

8 ай бұрын

That's 90 to 95

@davidvqughan

8 ай бұрын

One of us lived to be 112

@chocolatecutieprincess4603

7 ай бұрын

You kinda sound like the prime minister, according to her having more babies is the solution to an economic crisis 😂

Gas and food are more expensive. Health care, education and rent are way cheaper. Her third point about travel to other Caribbean islands is not a Barbadian issue but a Caribbean one.

@glowgore

7 ай бұрын

Barbados is for bajans and those who want to be bajans. She can leave and go back to the States. No one stopping her. I love my island home and we culture!🇧🇧❤️

Yes i live in barbados and born here as well but it really is expensive but i do enjoy living here i wouldn't trade it for america for sure

Yep l do live there and everything you said is true ....just to go to St. Vincent is almost $1000 and that tax 😒 yep it's a killer but slowly understand why it was implemented and definitely cost of living is hard 😭 but I won't move to anywhere else in the world to live ...l love my little country Barbados...I don't mind visiting other places but home will always be Barbados

I live in Barbados its a beautiful place the problem is the prices now a days its outrageous

It is as someone who lived in BIM forever, its true, thats why im in the states to get thay bag to go back to live more comfortable. I did have free schooling snd super cheap community college. I do plan to eventually move back for good. I feel so much happier and healthier in BIM my home 🇧🇧❤️

I just migrated from Canada I love Barbados !❤❤❤😂

What has living in Barbados got to do with the cost of travel to another Caribbean island? I ask this question because you list this as one of the things you don't like about living in Barbados. Is Barbados in some way responsible for the cost of airfare? Agree with the tax and cost of living.

Rent is higher in the US but food is cheaper and its cheaper to eat out. Traveling in the islands is a shame.

@EH-xu1le

7 ай бұрын

You also don't know what you are getting in your food in America.Your FDA standards are far lower than most other countries with many carcinogens and harmful,unnecessary extras like high fructose syrup being allowed in your foods . I'll take higher priced ,real food over that.

The cost of living is all dependent on if you own your own home and the type of food you eat and / or if you grow your own food. I'm Barbadian

I moved to the Bim 2 years ago from Florida. The cost of living (specifically housing) is more expensive in Florida than it is here. Here I get a haircut, shave & hair braided for $75 BBD/$37.50 U.S. Stop going to places like the Cliff to eat and you will find restaurants more reasonably priced.

@glowgore

7 ай бұрын

And learn to cook! I'm happy I don't have to pay rent cause my family owns a house. I cannot wait to move from this demonic USA and go back to my God Blessed island of BIM 🇧🇧❤️

@adrianonline69

7 ай бұрын

The Cliff… lol.

Yes, it's expensive, but food prices seems about the same since covid and world wide inflation. rent is cheaper, people have access to health care, access to free primary, secondary and tertiary education. Children safer in schools...praise the Lord no mass shootings or day care with fentanyl, staff slipping pharmaceuticals in baby milk etc.

This is only the tip of the " Ice berg" for us who live here.

Rent in America is far more expensive

@davidvqughan

10 ай бұрын

Fam I rent a 3 bed two bath for 1000 usd in bim her 1 bed half bath in NYC is 2500 usd 😅

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

The US has a gentrification issue hence their rent is higher than us

This is interesting.... I met an American woman at the beach the other day and she told me that she's save 700 USD more living here than in NY....

Americans does complain about the cost of living in America...for a small developing country Barbados is blessed in many ways.

4: Camouflage is illegal to wear by citizens🤐.

How can you put Barbados on the same level as USA ? Yes it's expensive but it's my home and i love it. I lived in America for 19 years and couldn't wait to return home ❤

@glowgore

7 ай бұрын

I'm living in USA for 5yrs and I'm ready to move back! My stress levels are so low in BIM.

@SenpaiCatty

7 ай бұрын

Because that's the stage that barbados is on as a country. Sure, it may not be on the same level as the USA, but it's competing more than any other Caribbean island. Our exchange rate is by far the closest to fair, compared to all the other islands. Plus, given the fact that Barbados is in the top 10 when it comes to the world's highest costs of living, that makes them viable for comparison.

Damn expensive, you're right 😢

There are trade offs…. Less stress due to environment, especially coming from countries where black people are being intimidated. Yes it is expensive, but most islands have to import goods from other countries, plus more tourists can drive up prices 🤷🏾‍♀️ You are living in a country that has a lot of benefits - softer water, perpetual sunshine, good food and infrastructure. If you have the benefit of earning US dollars or other foreign currency, you may also have more than a lot of Bajans regarding access to resources etc.

@manabouttongue

8 ай бұрын

Actually, the water is harder. Much harder. I live here too. It's also very expensive because we our only natural resource is taxation. But drive around this beautiful country and see all the beautiful houses; see all the very expensive cars and revel in its natural beauty, and you'll agree it's a lovely country.

@chocolatecutieprincess4603

7 ай бұрын

I live on the island. The water is definitely not "soft" in certain areas they've even given the heads up that the water isn't safe to drink without boiling/filtering it. The environment is not less stressful unless you're a tourist people will be very rude to you for no reason at all. The food is okay if you can afford it however unless you know exactly where to get fruit from be careful buying especially imported fruits because they will most likely be bad or close to rotting within a few days. Curious to what you mean when you say the ingrastructure is good, i know a lot of people that complain about paying someone to do a half ass job here especially when it comes to building homes. When it comes to infrastructure government buildings get built the best. Everything else you said was pretty accurate but be honest about the struggle there are a lot of people here suffering while the government is prioritizing tourism. The more you glamorize the less likely this island will be open to reform. Closed mouths don't get fed

I used to live in Barbados 🇧🇧 and the country is beautiful. For me, I’ve never really found it as a problem that much towards my life. I didn’t realise because I didn’t know where every else was like. If you happen to be a tourist, I completely recommend the island for holidays. Also, a bonus is that sometimes (not always) you can find baby turtles in the early time of the day and late at night. Overall, of course it is amazing here, and I would definitely recommend Barbados 🇧🇧 for people. It is an amazing experience for everyone here and everyone is lovely. When I was abroad, I did notice that there was more of an atmosphere there than in Barbados.

It is really expensive to live in Barbados. that's not a lie .

@ricog8209

10 ай бұрын

When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

I live in barbados things are expensive and groceries 😢 but I love my Barbados 🇧🇧

My thoughts...You could take the next flight back to America if it is not favorable to you.

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

Critizing her for for speaking the truth? She isn't the only foreigner that is saying this about Barbados,I am seeing a lot of videos by tourists noting how insane the cost of living is in Barbados

@M.Thomas-re8ii

9 ай бұрын

@@JLAAMERICA Constructive criticism is never a bad thing. It can offer solutions.

@EH-xu1le

7 ай бұрын

​@@JLAAMERICAdunno if you have noticed,but the cost of living is extremely high EVERYWHERE

@chocolatecutieprincess4603

7 ай бұрын

​@EH-xu1le yet the video is mentioning barbados why gall get so damn defensive over wvery little thing. Oh but yall can talk shit about America all day!

I don't think anyone is forcing you to live here...smh

@izzybella3861

9 ай бұрын

Right???? Just go home sis.. problem solved

@kathyannholder725

9 ай бұрын

Go home!!’

@irreplaceableann8678

8 ай бұрын

😂

@glowgore

7 ай бұрын

Right? If you don't like it, leave. Less stress for us.

Sis, you ain't lying!!

I approve this message... I'z a bajan

Yes it is more expensive..i am a bajan

You need to take everything into consideration. Health care in the US is very expensive. There are a lot more airlines in the US and the population is so much bigger that travel often.

U right like sh$$$t😂😂😂😂

What are the things you don't like about living in America.

Its not for everyone. Everywhere has pros and cons. Barbados is an island so its guna be expensive to buy anything imported because youre adding shipping costs, import fees and the profit for the person whos selling it. Lots of islands have that problem unless they can manufacture or produce most of what your buying

Why don't you go live in Jamaica or Guyana please

@mhizzcatia9511

10 ай бұрын

My sentiments exactly..or Haiti...

@astillarodney8179

8 ай бұрын

I literally said the same thing, I'm Jamaican living in Barbados...my only complain is waiting on the bus😅

@julianmarshall2127

8 ай бұрын

​@@astillarodney8179ain't that the truth.bus service sucks.

@irreplaceableann8678

8 ай бұрын

​@@astillarodney8179😅😅

@Dissarae2469

8 ай бұрын

​@@astillarodney8179and for that you can just catch a van for 3.50

Real talk u on point

Truth but remember u can't put barbados with America when u guys have more people living there than us

@daniellealleyne5101

10 ай бұрын

That ain even the point. They have to pay for nursery for kids no such thing as government nursery, they dont have clinicss like we do their medication is like having a mortgage, god forbid you need to go to the hospital you have to pay. And people become bankrupted pay hospital bills, their seniors have to pay for the bus, there is no such thing as non contributory pensions over there, an ambulance is expensive and I know because I am an American how much is college and universities over there ? When it comes to books at secondary school how do we pay for that school meals $1 per week. Rent in NYC NJ etc Is crazy i ask people to really think about alllllll the things we take for granted here. Its crazy I LOVE IT HERE !!!! I'm not leaving, you guys would have to blow me out of here with dynamite. Barbados to the world, Big up Barbados 🇧🇧 🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧❤❤❤❤🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧

I live in Barbados and I agree with you, it's very expensive to live here, but I love it here, it's beautiful island.

Facts well said

Girl dont forget the taxis. They charhe me an arm and a leg and change prices like nothing. To get from the airport is exactly 3 minutes, yet its 30 dollars on most days

Omg I’m on holiday in Barbados rn and it’s so hot 🫶

I love barbaos the beach are beatuiful

I love Barbados don't hate on it

I love barbados 🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🙏😁❤️❤️❤️💕💕

I love this video for others who are considering moving but need to manage expectations

So true.

Right been living here all my live and DAMN you right fr fr Remember when bustas were like $1.25

One bed apts in Boston is $2200 monthly. Bim is cheaper to live than the US. Lol

@chocolatecutieprincess4603

7 ай бұрын

Thats worse than the us especially since the cost of living here is worse

I agree. Im a 17 year old who lives in Barbados. I was born here, and it It's gotten very expensive over the years, my parents often complain about prices (like buying 3 tomatoes for $8). So in 2021, I started growing my own food on my balcony, and it's been help us alot, but heat waves this year was a huge set back. I wish youtube monetization was avaliable here since i loved making gaming videos, I can't make income from it unfortunately. Sometimes i wish i was in Canada so i could make money online :(. However, Regardless I love the beach alot❤❤ ⛱️ and if I was to leave I'll miss the beach and the ability to grow fruits all-year-round, and eating breadfruit.

That’s correct! And don’t get me started on driving. But nonetheless I love it and don’t mind getting used to it.

I need help. I how is cost of living calculated?. I just google cost of living baebados vs America And got one search saying it 10% higher and a nother saying bim is lover. Like i know the food her isnt cheep But from what I've heard with regards to the different and numerous taxes , rent and 20-30 % tip culture im not seeing bim lose out over all. So if anyone could point me to a legitimate site id be very grateful

i been living in babados all my life and it so expensive here

@margaretgreenidge8403

10 ай бұрын

i am sufferingh now every mouth in barbados

@ricog8209

10 ай бұрын

Apparently your spelling is suffering too.

Sis we are struggling it’s real

I live here and you're absolutely correct. We have a lot of government funded benefits like free health care and education (just to name a couple). However, it's very expensive to live here. Statistics show that we're in the top 10 of the most expensive countries to live in.

I live in Barbados all my life i love it ❤❤❤❤❤I will not give up for the money in the world 🌎

Facts 💯💯💯 not mentioned if you renting. A small room that only have a straight line as space you pay more for too and food is expensive

Also i work at Cost U Less in Barbados n i does encounter customers who come fly in from the USA or UK n the talk about the price difference for sure😅

I live in Barbados to 🎉 but the pace is not cold it's just hot and when I mean hot I mean hot ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Good luck with that 💯❗

Worddd💯💯💯

Me who is ten living barbados just waiting for a trampoline park

Yoooo,so true

Yea here is expensive like wtf a pizza for 20-40 😢 but overseas i got it for 2 dollars😢

Yes its expensive...af...lol😂....i love it still❤❤❤🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇬🇾🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧🇧

You are absolutely right about flying from Island to Island 🏝️

Your so correct 💯

Based. And I am a Barbadian🇧🇧

I just moved in for school. It really suck here 😢 the sun is un comparably hot almost same with Arizona, stinky roads🙄 they’re no good roads services, fowls and cat that got knocked down rot on the road side. They have really beeches, breathtaking sunset. How could I have forgotten the noisy buses 🙄

It's expensive because the government provides free health.care and free education; housing is way cheaper here and many of us own our houses.

Real talk small island that ain't got half the apps working online and nothing in we region furthermore....expensive and it stupid to be honest

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

For the Apps we got to use a VPN

Too expensive. Keep you poor

I’m an Americanized Bajan living in Barbados and I felt all of these in my soul. I even have more I could add to the list 😅. But I do love my lil island. lol

Bajan here out here expensive as rass😭🤚🏻

Housing in Barbados are cheaper than the us , and food is expensive but not in the US. Both are the same but on a different level .

As you said you are not from Barbados what do you expect you are from the USA completely different from the Caribbean

I'm a barbarian I have no complaints about Barbados I've never been anywhere else

Tax on lottery winnings are zero though. In America the government gets the lion share.

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

Actually that's not true ,We do have a tax on our lottery winnings

@JLAAMERICA

9 ай бұрын

Actually that's not true we do get tax on Lottery winnings

@ricog8209

9 ай бұрын

@@JLAAMERICA No. That must be new.

😂😂❤❤❤facts been seeing it sense the nineties

Yes the cost of living is very high...too high

So true!!

True I live in Barbados to girl u right

I live in barbados and it's actually expensive but I still love my home country

It takes time to adjust. Especially when the food prices went up

Yup Sis it is damn expensive but i have to live it every day God help me 😢

Yes, the taxes and cost of living is high. However, Barbados has a load of free social services that you have to pay ridiculously for in America.

You are so right

She is right my toilet paper alone 4 rolls is $14 charming..and a large pack of bacon $20 …

You right, but everyone pays taxes to help pay for a lot of things we get "free" Health care, education at all levels. Next, our women are not afraid to go to hospital to give birth. ...think about that.

You 're on point.

Facts

I'm with you on 1 and 3, but I think the cost of living here depends on where in the US you live. I lived in NY and LA, also it's an island maybe compare to Oahu to get a more compareable percentage. I visited a friend in Honolulu the prices for everything from rent to local food was insane.

As a citizen THIS IS TRUE 😭

I am a barbadian and that is very true

yea I'm a bajan as well and yes, it is so true witch I hate a lot.

I agree i live in barbados

3 NEGATIVES CAN I. NO WAY OUT WEIGHT ALL THE POSITIVES . WE CAN EASY PICK SUPER FRESH FRUITS WE.CAN SWIM DAY AND NIGHT FREE BEACH WE CAN WALK TRAVEL IN SAFTY OUR WATER AIR IS CLEANER. OUR LIVES LIVING IS FAR GREATER THAN MOST PLACES IN THE WORLD WHERE RICH AND POOR LIVE IN PEACEFUL RESPECT.

GOOD THINGS ABOUT BARBADOS: 1\ THE BEACHES ARE BEAUTIFUL 2/ COU-COU AND FLYING FISH IS THE BEST 3/ idk its just good