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| Expense | Istmina | Medellín | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.51 | $4.45 | Istmina |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $14.04 | $17.78 | Istmina |
| Cappuccino | $1.05 | $1.33 | Istmina |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $79.56 | $101 | Istmina |
| Monthly public transport pass | $12.87 | $16.30 | Istmina |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $33.93 | $42.98 | Istmina |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $9.83 | $12.45 | Istmina |
| Fitness club membership | $9.83 | $12.45 | Istmina |
| Cinema ticket | $2.57 | $3.26 | Istmina |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $141 | $190 | Istmina |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $98.18 | $132 | Istmina |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $295 | $396 | Istmina |
| Total single-person budget | $332 | $428 | Istmina |
| Average net salary | $450 | $570 |
Istmina is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Istmina runs about $332 versus $428 in Medellín — a difference of roughly 29%.
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 Istmina · Full cost of living in Medellín