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| Expense | San Marcos | Medellín | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $3.90 | $4.45 | San Marcos |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $15.60 | $17.78 | San Marcos |
| Cappuccino | $1.17 | $1.33 | San Marcos |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $88.40 | $101 | San Marcos |
| Monthly public transport pass | $14.30 | $16.30 | San Marcos |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $37.70 | $42.98 | San Marcos |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $10.92 | $12.45 | San Marcos |
| Fitness club membership | $10.92 | $12.45 | San Marcos |
| Cinema ticket | $2.86 | $3.26 | San Marcos |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $161 | $190 | San Marcos |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $112 | $132 | San Marcos |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $336 | $396 | San Marcos |
| Total single-person budget | $372 | $428 | San Marcos |
| Average net salary | $500 | $570 |
San Marcos is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in San Marcos runs about $372 versus $428 in Medellín — a difference of roughly 15%.
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 San Marcos · Full cost of living in Medellín