Cochabamba, Bolivia, Bolivia — cost of living
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Cochabamba, Bolivia

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Cochabamba, Bolivia

About Cochabamba, Bolivia

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$379
Family of 4 / mo
$970
Avg salary (after tax)
$682

Cochabamba is a beautiful city located in central Bolivia , surrounded by stunning mountains and known for its pleasant climate. Often referred to as the "City of Eternal Spring," Cochabamba enjoys mild temperatures all year round, making it a lovely place to visit. The city is famous for its delicious food, especially the traditional dish called "salteñas," which are savory pastries filled with meat, vegetables, and spices.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $63.81
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $88.97
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $110.97
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $59.39

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $1.3
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $683.29

Food - Beverages

  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $0.86
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $1.01
  • CappuccinoUSD $3.63
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $3.44
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $1.96

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $3.93
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $23.57
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $8.84

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.17
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $9.81
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $3.93
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.34
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $3
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $1.75
  • Dozen EggsUSD $1.71
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $6.74
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $5.17
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $9.3
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.67
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $0.92
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $0.89
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $1.57
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.05
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.44
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.28

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $81.57
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $130.54
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $563.4
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $709.47
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $230.23
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $370.64

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $236.61
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $4,245
  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $52.64
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $15.35
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $7.65

Transportation

  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $0.39
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.16
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $1.96
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $29,856
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $18,948
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $10.64

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $28.55
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $81.99

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How we calculate these numbers

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