Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Baltimore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Baltimore or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Baltimore and Saint Croix can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Baltimore or Saint Croix?
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBaltimore $217Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Baltimore is $217, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Baltimore and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBaltimore $93Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBaltimore $186Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Baltimore and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Baltimore or Saint Croix? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Baltimore Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Baltimore $21Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to San Francisco hotel/address - Private Arrival Transfer: $76
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI: $114
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to San Francisco - Round-Trip Private Car Transfer: $153
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to Oakland hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Airport Transfer Downtown Baltimore to BWI Airport: $160
- Baltimore City to Washington City - Private Transfer: $172
- Private Transfer from BWI Airport ⇄ Washington DC : $199
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $240
- Airport Transfer Baltimore/Washington International Airport BWI to Baltimore, MD: $245
- Airport transfer to or from Silver Spring, MD and Dulles Airport: $275
- Private Airport Transfer from Baltimore to DCA or vice versa: $300
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $179
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Baltimore or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Baltimore change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBaltimore $79Saint Croix $97
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Baltimore: $75
- Federal Hill Food Tour: $75
- Pasta Making Cooking Classes at a Local Brewery: $75
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $78
- City Cruises Signature Dinner Cruise: $111
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Baltimore $18Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Baltimore Downtown Poe Ruth and More GPS Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Baltimore Walking & Driving Self-Guided Audio Tour: $17
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Baltimore Bewitched: Raven's Revenge, Bones & Ballads Ghost Tour: $26
- The Original Fells Point Ghost Walk by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $26
- City Cruises Baltimore Harbor Tour: $30
- NEON Starry Night Sip and Paint Experience : $40
- Assateague Island Cruise Departs from Ocean Pines: $40
- Glow in the Dark Splatter Paint Experience : $40
- North Beach Historic - Guided Walking Tour: $41
- North Beach Scenic - Guided Walking Tour: $41
- Baltimore's Historical Sightseeing Tour: $44
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBaltimore $17Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $29
- Enchanted Full Day Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from Oakland: $285
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Baltimore and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Baltimore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Baltimore is in North America and Saint Croix is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Baltimore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Baltimore and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Baltimore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Baltimore Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Baltimore or Saint Croix?
Baltimore has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Croix experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Baltimore or Saint Croix in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Baltimore and Saint Croix. Most visitors come to Baltimore for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Baltimore is cooler than Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in Baltimore averages around 78°F (25°C) in July, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
Baltimore gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Baltimore gets 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBaltimore 78°F (25°C)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Baltimore as well as Saint Croix. The autumn months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
In the autumn, Baltimore is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Baltimore in October average around 57°F (14°C), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Saint Croix. Baltimore usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Baltimore gets 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBaltimore 57°F (14°C)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Saint Croix in the Winter?
Both Saint Croix and Baltimore are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Baltimore this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Baltimore in the winter. In January, Baltimore is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Baltimore average around 32°F (0°C), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In January, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Baltimore gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBaltimore 32°F (0°C)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Baltimore during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Baltimore for the activities around the city. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Baltimore is much colder than Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in Baltimore averages around 54°F (12°C) in April, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Baltimore usually gets more rain in April than Saint Croix. Baltimore gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBaltimore 54°F (12°C)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Baltimore
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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