🇨🇴 Cost of living · Colombia
Medellín Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Medellín, Colombia
Cost Level: Low
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center COL$1,435,000–2,460,000/mo (centre); COL$1,000,000–1,700,000/mo (outer)
USD Reference Approx. USD 440–760/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery COL$16,000–38,000 (casual); COL$85,000–170,000 (restaurant for 2)
Monthly Groceries COL$650,000–1,250,000/mo (groceries)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ~COL$110,000
Metro (Colombia’s only) + cable cars (Metrocable) + tram + BRT; Cívica card. José María Córdova Airport (MDE). Cable cars to hillside barrios are a signature.
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
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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