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Nariño vs Medellín

Colombia vs Colombia · 83 km apart

Nariño

Colombia

$1,395,154 ($332)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Medellín

Colombia

$1,798,993 ($428)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseNariñoMedellínCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.51$4.45Nariño
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14.04$17.78Nariño
Cappuccino$1.05$1.33Nariño
Monthly groceries (single person)$79.56$101Nariño
Monthly public transport pass$12.87$16.30Nariño
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$33.93$42.98Nariño
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$9.83$12.45Nariño
Fitness club membership$9.83$12.45Nariño
Cinema ticket$2.57$3.26Nariño
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$141$190Nariño
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$98.18$132Nariño
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$295$396Nariño
Total single-person budget$332$428Nariño
Average net salary$450$570

Verdict

Nariño is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nariño 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 Nariño  ·  Full cost of living in Medellín

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nariño cheaper than Medellín?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $332 per month in Nariño versus $428 in Medellín — about 29% less.
How far is Nariño from Medellín?
The straight-line distance between Nariño and Medellín is approximately 83 km (52 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Nariño or Medellín?
The estimated average net salary is $450 in Nariño and $570 in Medellín. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $118 in Nariño versus $142 in Medellín per month.