Caracas, Venezuela, Venezuela — cost of living
Wikipedia · Caracas

Caracas, Venezuela

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About Caracas, Venezuela

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$551
Family of 4 / mo
$1,377
Avg salary (after tax)
$289

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela , nestled in a beautiful valley surrounded by stunning mountains. Known for its vibrant culture, Caracas offers a mix of modern skyscrapers and historical buildings. The city is full of life, with colorful street art, lively markets, and delicious food.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Caracas· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $1,295
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $610.2
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $689.78
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $1,572

Financial

  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $4,204
  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.6

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $21.4
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $38.92
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $20.43
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $15.57
  • CappuccinoUSD $31.72

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $175.12
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $972.9
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $184.85

Food - Grocery

  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $110.02
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $29.97
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $20.82
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $23.93
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $116.75
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $58.37
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $100.17
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $99.31
  • Dozen EggsUSD $36.39
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $21.4
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $91.61
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $37.14
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $77.91
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $18.84
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $23.12
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $24.83
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $26.54

Housing

  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $11,375
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $10,134
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $1,758
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $1,697
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $6,825
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $6,152

Leisure

  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $123,558
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $786.88
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $305.49
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $116.75
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,463

Transportation

  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $583.74
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $62.65
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $238.36
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $865,878
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $644,274
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $7
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $77.83

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $320.47
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $883.78

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

When local data is missing (e.g. salary for a smaller city), we estimate from peer cities in the same country using a median ratio.

Full methodology, assumptions, and formulas live on our About page.