🇨🇴 Cost of living · Colombia

Cali Cost of Living

Monthly cost of living breakdown for Cali, Colombia

Cost Level: Low

Housing

1BR Apartment — City Center COL$1,150,000–1,970,000/mo (centre); COL$850,000–1,400,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 350–600/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates

Food & Dining

Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery COL$15,000–35,000 (casual); COL$80,000–160,000 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries COL$600,000–1,150,000/mo (groceries)

Transport

Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~COL$100,000

BRT (MIO) + buses; ride-hailing common. Alfonso Bonilla Aragón Airport (CLO). Mind area differences when getting around.

Monthly Budget Summary

Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 800–1,200
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 2,500–4,000
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Important Note

Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.

Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)

Estimate baseline: 2026-07-20

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