In Cali, Colombia, a family of four typically needs around $1821 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $733 monthly.
Cali is 17% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Cali is 69% cheaper than New York City, without rent.
Rent in Cali is, on average, 89% lower than in New York City.
Cali is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The cost of living in Cali is primarily driven by housing, which can be challenging without a substantial income. Rent and utilities significantly impact overall expenses.
Food prices in Cali are notably lower, being 26% lower than the European benchmark. This makes dining more affordable for residents.
Public transport in Cali is 27% higher than the European benchmark. This can add to the overall cost of living for those relying on it.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 4.68 $ |
| Dinner | 22.9 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 6.84 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.21 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.91 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.92 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.25 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.43 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.18 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.58 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.09 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 5.38 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 8.28 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.56 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.85 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.22 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.13 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.97 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.19 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.54 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.59 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 10.3 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.07 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.26 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.64 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 24.8 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.9 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 13.6 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 32.1 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.97 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.27 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.95 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.3 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 46 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 71 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 20.9 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 208 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 345 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 267 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 455 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 969 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 926 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 42 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 11.72% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 21.6 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 4.34 $ |
| Haircut | 8.01 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 95.8 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 54 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 226 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 6,178 $ |