In Monteria, Colombia, living costs about $620 per month for one person and $1505 for a family of four, including rent.
Monteria is 30% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.
Monteria is 44% cheaper than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Monteria is, on average, 83% lower than in Columbus.
Monteria 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.
Monteria's cost of living is primarily influenced by rent and utilities, which can be a significant expense. This can make it challenging for those without adequate income.
Food prices in Monteria are 37% lower than the European benchmark, making it quite affordable. This is a major advantage for residents.
Public transport in Monteria is 18% higher than the European benchmark. This may be a consideration for those relying on it for daily commuting.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 4.48 $ |
| Dinner | 24.2 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 6.38 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.25 $ |
| Capuccino | 1.88 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 0.86 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.94 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.21 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.04 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 1.66 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.75 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.3 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.81 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.84 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.47 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.95 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 0.8 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.09 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 0.94 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.31 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 1.26 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 8.84 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 0.87 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 2.06 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 0.82 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 50 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.84 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 24.3 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 23 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 6.91 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 3.72 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.39 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 1.01 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 52 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 81 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 18.4 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 150 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 219 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 236 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 425 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,002 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 86 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 34 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 10.99% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 21.1 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 3.42 $ |
| Haircut | 4.47 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 62.2 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 57.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 165 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 3,155 $ |