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Tena vs Medellín

Colombia vs Colombia · 220 km apart

Tena

Colombia

$1,395,154 ($332)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Medellín

Colombia

$1,798,993 ($428)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tena cheaper than Medellín?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $332 per month in Tena versus $428 in Medellín — about 29% less.

How far is Tena from Medellín?

The straight-line distance between Tena and Medellín is approximately 220 km (137 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Tena or Medellín?

The estimated average net salary is $450 in Tena and $570 in Medellín. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $118 in Tena versus $142 in Medellín per month.