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Madrid vs Bogotá

Colombia vs Colombia · 24 km apart

Madrid

Colombia

$1,562,400 ($372)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bogotá

Colombia

$2,072,575 ($493)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMadridBogotáCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.90$5.07Madrid
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$15.60$20.28Madrid
Cappuccino$1.17$1.52Madrid
Monthly groceries (single person)$88.40$115Madrid
Monthly public transport pass$14.30$18.59Madrid
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$37.70$49.01Madrid
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.92$14.20Madrid
Fitness club membership$10.92$14.20Madrid
Cinema ticket$2.86$3.72Madrid
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$161$223Madrid
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$112$155Madrid
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$336$466Madrid
Total single-person budget$372$493Madrid
Average net salary$500$650

Verdict

Madrid is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Madrid runs about $372 versus $493 in Bogotá — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Bogotá 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 Madrid  ·  Full cost of living in Bogotá

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madrid cheaper than Bogotá?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $372 per month in Madrid versus $493 in Bogotá — about 33% less.
How far is Madrid from Bogotá?
The straight-line distance between Madrid and Bogotá is approximately 24 km (15 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Madrid or Bogotá?
The estimated average net salary is $500 in Madrid and $650 in Bogotá. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $128 in Madrid versus $157 in Bogotá per month.