Moving to Trinidad and Tobago from United States
What to Expect
Everything you need to know before relocating from United States to Trinidad and Tobago — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.
If you moved from United States to Trinidad and Tobago, you would find that Trinidad and Tobago is 32.1% cheaper than United States overall. A $75,000 salary in United States would need to be roughly TTD320,442 in Trinidad and Tobago to maintain the same lifestyle. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Port Of Spain averages 89°F vs 66°F in Washington, making it significantly warmer.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
What to expect for your wallet after moving from United States to Trinidad and Tobago.
What does your salary buy?
$75,000 → TTD320,442
To maintain the same standard of living in Trinidad and Tobago
Calculate with your salary →Where you'll feel the difference day-to-day
Restaurants
pay 50.6% less
Groceries
pay 6.1% less
Transportation
pay 2.4% less
Housing
pay 55.0% less
Childcare
pay 77.2% less
Entertainment and Sports
pay 37.7% less
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Who Else Is Making This Move?
How many people actually move from United States to Trinidad and Tobago, based on official data.
people born in United States live in Trinidad and Tobago · UN DESA
Who's moving to Trinidad and Tobago?
Top countries of origin for Trinidad and Tobago's foreign-born residents.
- 24,001
- 10,923
- 8,913
- 7,141
-
5.6,439
United States
- 2,629
Key Indicator Comparison
Key indicators for anyone considering a move from United States to Trinidad and Tobago.
Is it safe?
per 100,000 people per year
per 100,000 people per year
United States generally does better on safety, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in road traffic deaths.
How's the healthcare?
annual government + private spending per person
affects wait times and access to care
WHO index from 0–100 measuring essential service access
per 100,000 people — a proxy for mental health support
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in health coverage index.
What about the environment?
deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people
tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year
United States performs better than Trinidad and Tobago across all environment metrics.
Will I have good infrastructure?
fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work
higher means greater strain on freshwater supply
annual consumption — reflects grid capacity
United States generally does better on infrastructure, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in water stress level.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
United States generally does better on employment & economy, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in top income tax rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
government spending on education as % of GDP
United States performs better than Trinidad and Tobago across all family life metrics.
Data: Internal Revenue Service, The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank
What's the Climate Like?
Monthly averages — select a city to compare.
Avg. annual high / low
Avg. annual high / low
| Months | Washington | Port Of Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Mar | 48°/28°F (9°/-2°C) | 89°/68°F (32°/20°C) |
| Apr–Jun | 75°/51°F (24°/11°C) | 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) |
| Jul–Sep | 85°/62°F (29°/17°C) | 89°/73°F (32°/23°C) |
| Oct–Dec | 57°/35°F (14°/2°C) | 89°/72°F (32°/22°C) |
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| Month | Washington | Port Of Spain |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42°/24°F (5.8°/-4.5°C) | 88°/68°F (31.0°/20.0°C) |
| Feb | 46°/26°F (8.0°/-3.3°C) | 89°/68°F (31.5°/20.2°C) |
| Mar | 56°/33°F (13.1°/0.5°C) | 90°/69°F (32.3°/20.7°C) |
| Apr | 67°/42°F (19.3°/5.6°C) | 91°/72°F (33.0°/22.0°C) |
| May | 75°/51°F (23.9°/10.7°C) | 92°/73°F (33.1°/23.0°C) |
| Jun | 84°/61°F (28.8°/16.1°C) | 89°/74°F (31.5°/23.3°C) |
| Jul | 88°/65°F (31.1°/18.6°C) | 88°/73°F (31.3°/23.0°C) |
| Aug | 87°/64°F (30.3°/17.9°C) | 89°/73°F (31.7°/23.0°C) |
| Sep | 79°/56°F (26.3°/13.5°C) | 90°/74°F (32.2°/23.1°C) |
| Oct | 68°/44°F (20.1°/6.6°C) | 90°/73°F (32.2°/22.6°C) |
| Nov | 58°/35°F (14.2°/1.8°C) | 89°/72°F (31.5°/22.3°C) |
| Dec | 46°/27°F (7.8°/-2.7°C) | 88°/70°F (31.1°/21.0°C) |
Data:
National Weather Service,
Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Trinidad and Tobago. To live, work, or study long-term in Trinidad and Tobago, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Trinidad and Tobago's immigration authority.
United States passport holder visiting Trinidad and Tobago
Visa Free
Trinidad and Tobago passport holder visiting United States
Visa RequiredData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Trinidad and Tobago than United States?
Yes — Trinidad and Tobago is on average about 37% cheaper than United States. City-level variation can be significant.
How much money do I need to move to Trinidad and Tobago?
Plan for at least 3 months of living expenses — roughly TTD80,110 in Trinidad and Tobago on a $75,000 comparable salary — plus one-off moving costs (flights, shipping, deposits, visa fees).
Can I work remotely from Trinidad and Tobago?
Internet is rarely the blocker — Trinidad and Tobago has 25.4 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.
Is Trinidad and Tobago safe for expats?
United States generally does better on safety, though Trinidad and Tobago leads in road traffic deaths. The homicide rate in Trinidad and Tobago is 39.5 per 100,000 people, compared to 6.4 in United States.
How is healthcare in Trinidad and Tobago compared to United States?
Trinidad and Tobago generally does better on health & wellbeing, though United States leads in health coverage index. There are 41.9 doctors per 10,000 people in Trinidad and Tobago, compared to 36.1 in United States. Trinidad and Tobago scores 75 on the WHO universal health coverage index (United States: 86).
What's the weather like in Trinidad and Tobago compared to United States?
The average high temperature in Port Of Spain is 89°F, compared to 66°F in Washington. Port Of Spain receives around 55.4 in of rainfall per year, while Washington gets 41.5 in.
What language do they speak in Trinidad and Tobago?
Both United States and Trinidad and Tobago share the same official language: English.
