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Fontibón vs Medellín

Colombia vs Colombia · 236 km apart

Fontibón

Colombia

$1,663,461 ($396)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Medellín

Colombia

$1,798,993 ($428)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Fontibón	Medellín	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$4.13	$4.45	Fontibón
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$16.54	$17.78	Fontibón
Cappuccino	$1.24	$1.33	Fontibón
Monthly groceries (single person)	$93.70	$101	Fontibón
Monthly public transport pass	$15.16	$16.30	Fontibón
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$39.96	$42.98	Fontibón
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$11.58	$12.45	Fontibón
Fitness club membership	$11.58	$12.45	Fontibón
Cinema ticket	$3.03	$3.26	Fontibón
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$173	$190	Fontibón
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$120	$132	Fontibón
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$361	$396	Fontibón
Total single-person budget	$396	$428	Fontibón
Average net salary	$530	$570

Verdict

Fontibón is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Fontibón runs about $396 versus $428 in Medellín — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Medellín leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Fontibón · Full cost of living in Medellín

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fontibón cheaper than Medellín?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $396 per month in Fontibón versus $428 in Medellín — about 8% less.

How far is Fontibón from Medellín?

The straight-line distance between Fontibón and Medellín is approximately 236 km (146 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Fontibón or Medellín?

The estimated average net salary is $530 in Fontibón and $570 in Medellín. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $134 in Fontibón versus $142 in Medellín per month.